The Adelphi Collection
Inspired by London's long history of neoclassical architecture.
The Adelphi Story
The Original Adelphi Buildings
The Adelphi and its surrounding streets were designed by the Adams brothers in the 18th century, heavily inspired by the classical architecture seen by Robert Adam during his Grand Tour of Europe, and particularly Diocletian’s Palace. Part of a 3 ½ acre estate, Adelphi Terrace and the surrounding Adams-designed properties embodied the Neoclassical design style which was popular in Georgian and Regency architecture. Characterised by symmetry and proportion, the influence of classical Greek and Roman architecture is clear. The Adelphi survived into the 20th century, although the construction of the Victoria Embankment pushed back the Thames, isolating the buildings from the river. The estate was sold at auction in 1927 and demolished in 1936.
Adelphi Today
In the late 1930s, a new building was constructed on the site of the original Adelphi. The Art Deco architecture was popular for commercial buildings at the time, and today the property is Grade II Listed. The key design details of the structure have been preserved, including the sans serif lettering above the entrance, and hexagonal pillars and travertine surfaces of the lobby.
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Poundbury, Dorset
Selected Adelphi designs were used at Poundbury, the groundbreaking Dorset development, endorsed by King Charles III and designed with a focus on neoclassical architecture.
