London
The architecture of London is a captivating blend of historical grandeur and contemporary innovation, reflecting the city’s rich and multifaceted history. From the iconic medieval spires of Westminster Abbey to the sleek, glass-clad skyscrapers of Canary Wharf, London’s architectural landscape is a testament to its ever-evolving identity as a global metropolis.
With a mosaic of architectural styles spanning centuries, including Georgian townhouses, Victorian Gothic revival, and Brutalist landmarks, London’s streets offer a visual journey through time. This eclectic tapestry of architectural marvels continues to evolve, with modern architects pushing the boundaries of design, creating a dynamic urban environment that stands as a living tribute to the city’s enduring allure.
Highlights of London Architecture
The Shard, London, UK, Renzo Piano (2013)
© Diego Delso (Own Work) [CC BY SA 4.0] via Wikimedia Commons
30 St Mary Axe Tower (aka The Gerkin), London, UK, Foster+Partners (2003)
© Londonplanters (Own Work) [CC BY SA 4.0] via Wikimedia Commons
Tate Modern Switch House, London, UK, Herzog & de Meuron (2016)
© Fred Romero (Own Work) [CC BY SA 2.0] via Wikimedia Commons
Battersea Power Station, London, UK, Wilkinson Eyre, Foster & Partners, Gehry Partners LLP, Bjarke Ingels Group (2020)
© Gaetan Lee (Own Work) [CC BY SA 2.0] via Wikimedia Commons
Lloyd’s Building (Inside-Out Building), London, UK, Richard Rogers (1986)
© Carolleta (Own Work) [CC BY SA 3.0] via Wikimedia Commons
The Serpentine North Gallery (aka The Magazine), London, UK, Zaha Hadid Architects (2013)
© Giogo (Own Work) [CC BY SA 4.0] via Wikimedia Commons
Central St. Giles Court, London, UK, Renzo Piano + Fletcher Priest Architects (2010)
© Matt Brown (Own Work) [CC BY SA 2.0] via Wikimedia Commons
Graduate Centre of London Metropolitan University (aka Orion Building), London, UK, Daniel Libeskind (2004)
© Andrew Dunn (Own Work) [CC BY SA 2.0] via Wikimedia Commons
The Great Court of the British Museum, London, UK, Foster & Partners (2000)
© Eric Pouhier (Own Work) [CC BY SA 4.0] via Wikimedia Commons
1 Poultry, London, UK, James Stirling (1997)
