27-37 Wigmore Street, Grade II listed building in Wigmore Street, London, England
27-37 Wigmore Street is a Grade II listed building in Wigmore Street, Westminster, spanning five floors with nineteen windows framed by white Doulton Carrara tiles. The roof features a distinctive columned lantern-turret as its crowning element.
The building emerged from a fabric business founded in 1813 that underwent significant expansion in the mid-19th century. This growth marked the rise of major retail establishments in London during that period.
The plasterwork created by Ernest Gimson in the street-facing ground-floor rooms shows the craftsmanship of that era. These details reflect how retail spaces were designed to impress and showcase quality materials.
The marble entrance hall with columns and grand staircase can be appreciated from the entrance area, giving a sense of the interior quality. The location in central Westminster makes it easily walkable from several nearby transit stations.
The roof is crowned with an aedicule displaying the Royal Arms, a detail visitors often miss when looking at the building's exterior. This small architectural feature reflects the building's prestige and formal status.
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