The Wilkins Building, UCL, on Gower Street, Bloomsbury. Designed by William Wilkins (1827-9).
Originally opened in 1828 as the University of London, University College was set up as a secular institution - the first university in England and Wales open to non-Anglicans, and was modeled on German universities.
The building seen here is in fact a compromise. Wilkins' original competition-winning design was a grand, E-shaped scheme, with a Corinthian portico and 3 domes, around a large quadrangle screened from Gower street by Doric columns.
Jean-Pierre-Guéroult, bunnybm939, and 17 other people added this photo to their favorites.
Monika Kostera (urbanlegend) 64 months ago | reply
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stevecadman 64 months ago | reply
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Clanger's England 60 months ago | reply
Hi, I'm an admin for a group called (Officially) England's Best Buildings, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Clanger's England 60 months ago | reply
Thank you for adding your excellent photo.
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_Dimitris_ 56 months ago | reply
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liits 52 months ago | reply
Bloody hell, I walk past here four times a day and never knew that there were trees and lawns inside!
peace-on-earth.org 52 months ago | reply
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Good shot. Brings back memories.
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