Martins Bank Building, Grade II* listed bank building in Liverpool, England
The seven-story classical structure on Water Street features limestone exterior walls, bronze doors, and intricate ironwork crafted by H.H. Martyn & Co.
During World War II, Operation Fish transferred 280 tons of British gold reserves to the building's vault for protection against potential Nazi invasion.
The building represents the peak of interwar classical architecture in Britain, combining elements of Art Deco with traditional banking design principles.
The structure stands empty since 2009 and undergoes renovation work scheduled for completion in 2026, with plans to convert it into modern office spaces.
The banking hall contains detailed plasterwork, marble finishes, and vaulted ceilings that demonstrate the financial power of Liverpool in the 1930s.
Location: Liverpool
Inception: 1932
Floors above the ground: 7
GPS coordinates: 53.40700,-2.99242
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:59
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