Albany, Residential building complex in Piccadilly, City of Westminster, United Kingdom.
The Albany is a residential complex on Piccadilly in the City of Westminster district of London, made up of 69 units arranged around a central courtyard. Classical facade elements and an entrance hall in the Italian style shape the architecture of the building.
Architect Henry Holland transformed the former townhouse into a residential complex with individual units in 1802, after the property had changed hands several times. This redesign introduced a new living concept for wealthy Londoners that continues to this day.
The name comes from the Duke of York and Albany, who briefly owned the building before it was converted into apartments. To this day, special access rules apply to residents and guests to protect the private character of the place.
The building is inhabited and not open for public tours, but the facade and entrance can be viewed from the pavement along Piccadilly. The central location in the district makes it easy to reach on foot or by public transport.
Each residential unit is traditionally called a „set
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