Inside London: Discovering the Classic Interiors of London (Inside Series)

This work provides a photographic record of 100 of London's most interesting period interiors, selected by a leading architectural historian. Specially commissioned photographs capture the varied atmospheres, from gentlemen's clubs, hotels, restaurants, shops, pubs and hospitals, to town houses. Each photograph is accompanied by a short text which not only describes the key features of architectural and design interest, but also uncovers related historical anecdotes. Examples include the Art Deco barber shop in the basement of Austin Reed, and the tiled and mirrored halls of Cooke's eel and pie shop in the East End. Intact interiors such as James Smith's umbrella shop in Bloomsbury and the perfectly preserved Victorian interior of the Linley Sambourne house in Kensington are also presented. Comprehensive information on buildings open to the public is included.