An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture cuts through the noise of generic city guides to present 54 must-see buildings across London, argued for with authority and documented with original photography by Taran Wilkhu.
About This Book
This is not a neutral survey. Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli make clear, committed cases for the buildings that matter most in London — spanning Classical, Modernist, Brutalist, and Contemporary work — and tell you precisely why each deserves your attention. Compact enough to carry through the city, it functions equally well as a pre-visit primer and a considered introduction to London's architectural character. A foreword by Open House director Rory Olcayto, an architectural glossary, and three mapped walking routes extend its value well beyond a simple list of landmarks.
Key Features
- 176 pages of original architectural photography by Taran Wilkhu across 54 featured buildings
- Written by Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli, with a foreword by Open House director Rory Olcayto
- Three guided walks with maps and an architectural glossary
- Published by Hoxton Mini Press
What You'll Discover
- Considered arguments for 54 specific London buildings across Classical, Contemporary, Modernist, and Brutalist traditions
- Three curated walking routes with maps, designed to be used on the ground in the city
- Original photography by Taran Wilkhu documenting each featured building
- An architectural glossary that supports readers navigating across styles and periods
About the Author
The guide is co-written by Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli, both writers working with architectural and design subject matter. Photography throughout is by Taran Wilkhu, with a foreword contributed by Rory Olcayto, director of Open House London.
Specifications
- Format: Softcover
- Pages: 176
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 11.2 cm
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781914314742
- Publisher: Hoxton Mini Press
- Publication Date: [Details available upon request]
Perfect For: Architects and design students visiting London, urban walkers with a serious interest in architectural history, and anyone seeking a confident, expert-led guide to the capital's built environment.