Lloyd's Building
Richard Rogers · London, United Kingdom · 1986
The Lloyd's Building, designed by Richard Rogers and completed in 1986, is a prominent example of High-tech architecture in London. Its distinctive 'inside-out' aesthetic features services such as stairwells, lifts, and ventilation ducts externally, creating an uncluttered internal atrium and maximizing interior space. The building's steel and glass facade, with exposed structural elements, reflects its functionalist principles. This commercial building serves as the headquarters for the insurance institution Lloyd's of London, historically housing underwriting rooms. Its innovative design aimed to provide flexibility and adaptability for future changes in the company's operations, a characteristic often associated with the High-tech movement. The central atrium is illuminated by natural light through a barrel-vaulted glass roof.