1898 – The Richmond Road Congregational Church & Schools, Cardiff
“These buildings, which are just completed, occupy a prominent site in the midst of a thickly-populated neighbourhood.
“These buildings, which are just completed, occupy a prominent site in the midst of a thickly-populated neighbourhood.
“This residence, as well as the stables adjoining, have been built for Mr. E.C.
Built in 1898, the large 32 bedroom red-brick building was a local landmark. Trade,
Still in use as a public library today, the building was constructed slightly larger than illustrated,
Largely constructed as designed minus the tower and spire, still in use today by its congregation.
Built in an Lombardic-meets-Arts and Crafts inspired style with two storeys and a basement, a gable entry plan and flanking towers.
Front Perspective View published in The Building News, December 13th 1901.
Now a boutique hotel, but originally completed in 1903, and was designed by architect Edwin Seward who submitted the winning design out of 97 entries.