SOANE

The Soane takes its name from the renowned 18th century architect Sir John Soane who was involved in the design of the original building in Colomberie c1810 as well as being responsible for the huge expansion of the Bank of England from 1788 to 1827. This original site has undergone various transformations that date back to the 1750s, where the original house was constructed. Sir John Soane's house in central London is now a museum named after him and shows over 45,000 objects of antiquities, furniture, sculptures, architectural models and paintings. He was one of the most prominent architects in Britain and Europe of his time and went on to become the Professor of Architecture at the Royal Academy.

Also known as: The Soane