Cubitt’s Neo-Classical Revolution: Constructing Style in the 19th Century
Thomas Cubitt, a renowned figure of the 19th century, revolutionised the world of architecture with his dedication to the neo-classical style. This style, originating in
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Standing Tall on London Bridge: Fishmongers’ Hall
Dominating the northern end of London Bridge stands Fishmongers’ Hall, one of the City’s few classical buildings. In addition to the hall’s imposing style, its
It’s all in the Family – Thomas Cubitt and his Brothers
Thomas Cubitt (1788- 1855), had two brothers who followed him into construction, engineering and architecture: William born 1791; and Lewis in 1799. Lewis and William
The Making of Pimlico – Garden Village
How is it that some neighbourhoods work and others don’t? There is no better place than Pimlico to work that one out! If you walk round
The gate that moved
Remember that the City of London used to be a walled city with the original walls built by the Romans in about 200AD. There were, of
Cartwright Gardens: Classical Calm Off the Euston Road
Cartwright Gardens is a graceful crescent of brick buildings with stuccoed ground floors. The first floors facing the street have finely wrought iron balconies and
The Royal Naval Hospital, Greenwich
The Royal Naval Hospital Greenwich: London’s Exception to Simplicity Unlike other cities that flaunt architectural grandeur, London exhibits a subtler charm. Yet, The Royal Naval
Shopping For Our History in Kingston-upon-Thames
In these strange times we have more time to look more closely at some of the familiar spots in our own locality. So, I had
