Albert Memorial repair and conservation, London
The Albert Memorial, constructed between 1864 and 1876 to the design of George Gilbert Scott can be regarded as the apogee of high victorian gothic architecture. The program of conservation and repair has ensured its physical integrity for the next century and restored its ...
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Project details
Title: | Albert Memorial repair and conservation, London |
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Entr. year: | 1999 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | United Kingdom |
Town: | London |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | Religious building/memorial |
Former use: | Memorial |
Actual use: | Memorial |
Built: | 19th century |
Architect / Proj.leader: | George Gilbert Scott, Architect , D.R. Wilson, Peter Inskip + Peter Jenkins Architects LTD (London - GB) |
The Jury's citation: | For the impeccable standard of repair and conservation of this important High Victorian monument, returning it to its original splendour and taking its place as a major London Iandmark. |
GPS: | 51°30'8.9" N; 0°10'39.9" W |
Web, Links: | www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/kensington-gardens |
Description:
The Albert Memorial, constructed between 1864 and 1876 to the design of George Gilbert Scott can be regarded as the apogee of high victorian gothic architecture. The program of conservation and repair has ensured its physical integrity for the next century and restored its position as a building of international importance and strong public affection.
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