Marconi House, Grade II listed building in Strand, London, United Kingdom
Marconi House is a Grade II listed building on Strand, designed by Richard Norman Shaw in 1904 with Victorian architectural features and classical proportions. The structure features an ornately detailed facade and now contains 86 residential apartments following a major renovation.
The building served as headquarters for Marconi Companies from 1912 to 1933 and played a key role in radio communication development. In 1922, the seventh floor housed the London Broadcasting Station 2LO, which transmitted its first radio programs from this location.
The seventh floor studios of this building made history in 1922 when they broadcast the first radio programs from the London Broadcasting Station 2LO.
The building is easy to spot on Strand due to its ornate facade and prominent location. The area offers convenient public transport access and many shops and restaurants nearby.
The lobby features 37 custom kiln-formed glass panels that shift in appearance as programmed lighting sequences change throughout the day. This contemporary installation provides a striking contrast to the building's historic character and offers visitors a surprise upon entry.
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