Lloyd's building, Administrative building in City of London, United Kingdom
The Lloyd's building features external glass elevators and metallic service components mounted on its exterior walls, creating an industrial appearance in London's financial district.
The building, designed by Richard Rogers and completed in 1986, stands on the former location of East India House, receiving Grade I listing in 2011.
The structure represents the high-tech architectural movement of the 1980s, with its exposed mechanical systems defining a new direction in commercial building design.
The 14-story building contains flexible office spaces without internal structural walls, allowing for modifications according to insurance business requirements.
The building's exterior maintenance system includes 12 glass elevators and three main service towers that handle all mechanical and electrical operations.
Location: City of London
Inception: November 18, 1986
Architects: Richard Rogers, Graham Stirk, Ivan Harbour, Christopher Wilkinson, John McAslan
Official opening: November 18, 1986
Architectural style: high-tech architecture
Floors above the ground: 14
Elevators: 14
Email: enquiries@lloyds.com
Website: http://lloyds.com
GPS coordinates: 51.51306,-0.08250
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:47
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