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Alexandra Road Estate, Brutalist residential complex in Camden, England

Three parallel concrete blocks stretch along railway tracks, with the tallest building forming an eight-story noise barrier shaped like a ziggurat.

Constructed between 1972 and 1978 under architect Neave Brown's direction, this estate marked a departure from traditional tower block housing developments.

The estate includes 520 apartments, educational facilities, and community spaces, reflecting the 1970s vision of integrated social housing in London.

Each residence features direct street access and private outdoor areas, with apartments ranging from ground-level units to upper-floor duplexes with terraces.

In 1993, Alexandra Road Estate became the first post-war housing development to receive Grade II* listed status for architectural excellence.

Location: London Borough of Camden

Architects: Neave Brown

Official opening: 1978

Architectural style: brutalist architecture

GPS coordinates: 51.53920,-0.18333

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:56

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