Lichfield Court Richmond
LICHFIELD COURT RICHMOND
Richmond Upon Thames
Highlights
Estate Features
Lichfield Court combines historical charm with modern convenience, creating a pleasant living environment for its residents. The property is close to excellent transport links and residents benefit from a wide range of amenities on the doorstep, including shops, restaurants and recreational facilities. The estate features a gated entrance, reception staff and out of hours security. The estate office, located next to the reception, is staffed during the day.
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The estate includes high-speed fibre optic connectivity to all flats. There are eight EV car chargers available at reduced rates. ​
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Storage room is provided for residents on a first come first served basis.
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Rubbish collection is carried out out by staff from Monday to Saturday, and recycling bins are available for residents.
It offers car parking for residents on an un-allocated basis, as well as secure bicycle storage and use of a pedestrian access to Richmond railway and underground station providing direct links to the centre of London.
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Architecture
Art Deco Design
Bertram Carter's building goes beyond the merely functional brief to create a dramatic courtyard environment with white bands of the galleries stepping forward to envelop the staircase towers.
This highly stylised effect is truly unique and takes the building from being a quite standard apartment block of the era to a truly exciting new level.
“The courtyard walkways with their sculptural uniformity let the building transcend from the moderne to the modern. In this they are reminiscent of Wells Coates' Embassy Court in Brighton dating from 1934-35 with its ‘radical white bands of balconies and stair parapets'.
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Twentieth Century Society
Community
Engagement Initiatives
With the help of our on-site estate office and staff, as well as our notice board, Instagram account and website, residents can stay connected, informed and engaged. We encourage all residents to join us in promoting community spirit and enhancing the quality of life for everyone.
Maintenance
Efficient Services
At Lichfield Court, we focus on delivering prompt maintenance services and timely support. Our committed on-site team keeps the building in excellent condition, ensuring a worry-free living environment where comfort and safety are our top priorities.
About
Our Heritage
Lichfield Court comprises two Grade II Listed blocks of flats, showcasing exquisite Art Deco architecture. These buildings stand on the former site of Lichfield House, originally constructed in the Queen Anne style.
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Lichfield House was reputedly designed by Sir Christopher Wren for the 1st Earl of Abergavenny and later served as the residence for the Bishop of Lichfield.
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In 1901, the house was home to the novelist Miss Braddon.
In 1933, Sir George Broadbridge acquired the house and grounds, transforming them into the current two blocks of flats.
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​Lichfield Court was designed by George Bertram Carter. Bertram Carter trained at the Royal College of Arts and was a pupil of Sir Edwin Lutyens from 1919 to 1922. He became a member of the MARS group and was appointed Honorary Treasurer of the group in 1944.
After designing Lichfield Court, Bertram Carter designed other modernist residential buildings in London, notably Taymount Grange which was built in 1935-36.
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Initially intended for the rental market, the flats conformed to six different types; no-alcove, one and two alcove studio flats as well as one, two and three bedroom flats, some with balconies.
