St Luke Old Street, Concert hall in Old Street, London.
The rectangular stone building features a prominent obelisk tower, large arched windows, and brick walls supporting a modern concrete roof structure.
Anglican church architects John James and Nicholas Hawksmoor designed and constructed the building between 1727 and 1733 as part of a new churches program.
The London Symphony Orchestra transformed this former church into their primary rehearsal and performance space, hosting classical concerts and musical events.
The main concert hall accommodates 372 seats, while the underground crypt contains additional music practice rooms and educational facilities for community activities.
The unusual obelisk spire includes a weather vane shaped like a dragon head, leading local residents to give the building its nickname.
Location: London
Location: London Borough of Islington
Inception: 1727
Architects: John James
GPS coordinates: 51.52520,-0.09406
Latest update: May 27, 2025 01:40
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