Embassy Court, Icon of 20th Century Modernism

Address
King's Road, Brighton & Hove, East Sussex, BN1 2PX
Map link

Description
Embassy Court was designed by the Canadian architect Wells Coates and completed in 1936. The following year, the Museum of Modern Art in New York featured the building in its seminal exhibition 'Modern Architecture in England', arguing that the UK was at the forefront of Modernism and Embassy Court the epitome of everything desirable in modern architecture. 

However such innovative design in the relatively inhospitable winter presented challenges and the building fell into serious disrepair over an extended period. Extensive renovations in 2005 saw a re-emergence of this glorious landmark. It is now benefiting from regular maintenance and a vibrant resident community.

For Heritage Open Days come on a 90 minute fully-guided tour of this magnificent building. Visitors will receive an introduction to the work of Wells Coates and a detailed history of the building. A treat not to be missed!

Times

• Saturday 12 September: Tour 1100
• Sunday 13 September: Tour 1100

Booking Details
Free activity but pre-booking: Required
Call: 01273 206306
Go to: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/embassy-court-icon-of-20thcentury-modernism-tickets-17939369136
Booking opens: 17 August 2015 12:00
Booking closes: 9 September 2015 17:00

Booking details
There are 2 flights of stairs up to the sun terrace.

Directions
Map link.

Website
http://www.embassycourt.org.uk/category/about

Organised by
Emma Jinks, Bluestorm Ltd and The Regency Town House
 
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