The four Adam brothers: John (1721-1792, born Edinburgh), Robert - the important one, James and William, (1738-1822, suicide) together designed classical buildings. Father was an architect. Initially resented in London, as shown by a contemporary song: "Four Scotchmen, by the name of Adams, who keep their coaches and their madams..."
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The Adelphi
The Adelphi This building stands on the site of Adelphi Terrace built by the...
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James Savage
Born Hoxton. Had his office and home at 31 Essex Street at the time of the 1851 census. Died at home at North Place, Hampstead Road, St Pancras.
1 memorial
William Curtis Green
Architect and designer, based in London for much of his career. London works include: the Dorchester Hotel, Wolseley House at 160 Piccadilly, New Scotland Yard. Around 20 of his designs are listed ...
1 memorial
Thomas Ripley
Master Carpenter. Designed the Ripley block of the present Admiralty building in 1726.
1 memorial
Alec Clifton-Taylor
Architectural historian, author & broadcaster. He lived in Kensington most of his life and was President of the Kensington Society from 1978 until his death.
1 memorial
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