Probably London’s most desirable address, Belgravia is celebrated today for its outstanding architectural, historical and social interest. Belgravia is a late Georgian estate of terraces, crescents and squares situated between Knightsbridge and Victoria. The area...

The Scottish born architect Richard Norman Shaw was the son of an Irish father and a Scots mother. A pupil of William Burn from 1849, he later travelled (1854–6) and published Architectural Sketches from the Continent (1858). Shaw joined Salvin's office in 1856 before...

Thomas Cubitt (1788–1855), born Buxton, Norfolk, was the leading master builder in London in the second quarter of the 19th century, and also carried out several projects in other parts of England. The son of a Norfolk carpenter, he journeyed to India as ship’s...

George Basevi was an architect and surveyor active in the early- to mid-19th century. He was a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects and a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries and the Royal Society. A pupil of Sir John Soane, his designs included...

Cottage orné, translated as decorated cottage, dates back to a movement of 'rustic' stylised cottages of the late 18th and early 19th century To be considered an authentic cottage orné, the cottage must conform to a certain set of stylistic guidelines which...

Learn more about the Italianate style of architecture, with examples from the period and key details that define it.

We are all familiar with the terms ‘first rate’ and ‘second rate’, but are you aware that their etymology actually rests in the historical rating of Georgian architecture?

Have you seen it? The Pont Street Dutch style of architecture in London London architecture includes many fascinating and famous buildings, but it's also home to some lesser-known architectural gems. We are very fortunate at Atkey that through the...

We are delighted to have been involved in the refurbishment of Heckfield Place, originally a beautiful family home and now operating as an exclusive hotel in the heart of the countryside in Hampshire, England. Atkey and Company worked alongside architects Spratley...