Carreras Cigarette Factory, Egyptian Revival factory in Camden, England.
The Carreras Cigarette Factory stretches 550 feet along Hampstead Road with white facades, decorated columns, and two large black cat statues at its entrance point.
Built between 1926 and 1928, the factory introduced Britain's first reinforced concrete structure and advanced air conditioning system for industrial manufacturing processes.
The building's design incorporates ancient Egyptian elements, including solar disc patterns and black cat sculptures representing the goddess Bastet, following Tutankhamun's tomb discovery.
The structure now functions as Greater London House, containing offices for multiple organizations including ASOS.com and the British Heart Foundation.
During its 1928 opening ceremony, the pavements received a sand covering to create an Egyptian desert effect while performers from Aida opera entertained guests.
Location: London Borough of Camden
Inception: 1928
Architectural style: Egyptian Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 51.53350,-0.13980
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:30
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