post-1945

Eagle Insurance

June 8, 2020June 17, 2020
1900-1918, post-1945

41-42 Threadneedle Street, EC2Built: 1902, extended in 1957Architect: John McVicar Anderson (extension by Waterhouse & Ripley)Location: Threadneedle StreetListing: Grade II (1977) This refined, yet very approachable building benefits from its position next to the front court at No. 40 (Adams… Read More »Eagle Insurance

Swiss Bank Corporation (rebuilt)

April 23, 2020April 23, 2020
1919-1945, post-1945

97-99 Gresham Street, EC2Built: 1997-98 (based on the 1925 facade by Meakin, Archer & Co)Architect: Martyn Gates (at Sidell Gibson)Location: Gresham StreetListing: Unlisted The history of the building at 99 Gresham Street is rather unique insofar as it was erected… Read More »Swiss Bank Corporation (rebuilt)