Oriel Chambers, Grade II office building in Hull, England.
Description
Oriel Chambers is a five-story office building in Hull featuring a steel frame and distinctive glass facade made of smaller window units. The structure shows innovative design with load-bearing columns placed between the glass panels.
History
Peter Ellis designed and completed this building in 1864, introducing construction methods that later influenced commercial architecture in Chicago. The structure survived major wartime damage and was rebuilt during the 1950s.
Culture
When it first appeared, the building sparked debate among architects and critics who found its all-glass design unconventional for the era. This bold approach made it a talking point in professional circles.
Practical
The building houses various legal offices across its work spaces today and remains visible from outside. The best view of its distinctive glass facade can be seen from across the street.
Did you know?
The inscription 'stand sure' appears at the top of the building, referring to its resilience during Second World War destruction. These words speak to how the structure endured severe damage and was restored afterward.
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