Downe House, Grade II listed house on Richmond Hill, London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, England
Downe House is a Grade II listed Georgian residence on Richmond Hill in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, constructed with brown brick and yellow window frames. The building extends over four stories with a basement level, displays side bays and upper balconies, and features an entrance with Doric columns at ground level.
The house was built around 1780 and sits at the entrance to Richmond Park, which King Charles I enclosed as a deer park in 1635. The Georgian design reflects the architectural style favored in this area during the Hanoverian period.
The name Downe House reflects the Georgian tradition of naming townhouses after country estates, marking this as a private residence within one of London's most elegant hilltop neighborhoods. Its position at the summit attracts those seeking both city convenience and parkland views.
The house is a private residence and cannot be visited inside, but the facade is visible from the street. Walking along Richmond Hill offers a chance to view the exterior within its hilltop setting.
The building combines round-headed windows above the bays with square sash windows elsewhere on the facade. This mix of window shapes demonstrates the craftsmanship and variety within Georgian design.
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