Fitzroy Square Garden

Fitzroy Square Garden stands at the center of an architectural landmark that marked the final project of the renowned neoclassical architect Robert Adam. When construction began in the seventeen nineties, the square was intended to be a prestigious enclave for the aristocracy. The eastern and southern sides were completed first, faced in expensive Portland stone to mimic the appearance of a single grand palace. Economic instability caused by the Napoleonic Wars later forced developers to finish the remaining sides with cheaper stucco, creating a subtle but distinct architectural divide that remains visible today.