Ladywood House, High-rise building in Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Ladywood House is a modern residential tower with 24 floors that rises prominently from Portsmouth's city center. The building features a straightforward concrete structure with minimal decorative elements, reflecting the practical design approach of its era.
The building was completed in 1971 and dominated Portsmouth's skyline as its tallest structure for over 30 years. Its construction marked a major shift in urban housing development toward vertical solutions in the city.
The residential tower represents the post-war architectural movement that shaped British cities through vertical housing developments in urban centers.
The tower is centrally located and easily reached on foot from Portsmouth's downtown area. Since it is purely residential, visitors typically view the building from street level along Plymouth Street.
The building exemplifies modern architectural principles through its straight lines, concrete construction, and minimalist exterior design elements.
Architectural style: modern architecture
Floors above the ground: 24
GPS coordinates: 50.79550,-1.08690
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41
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