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Edwin Lutyens Collection

Edwin Lutyens, a renowned British architect, left an indelible mark on the world with his iconic designs

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London

The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London. The Cenotaph is the site of the annual national service of remembrance when those who fell in the Great War and subsequent conflicts are remembered

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery and the Edwin Lutyens fountain in Central London

Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery and the Edwin Lutyens fountain in Central London, England, UK

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Asia, India, Delhi, Rashtrapati Bhavan - the Indian Presidents residence

Asia, India, Delhi, Rashtrapati Bhavan - the Indian Presidents residence. the builiding was originally Government House for the British Viceroy of India

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: The Edwin Lutyens fountain, National Gallery and St

The Edwin Lutyens fountain, National Gallery and St. Martin in the Fields church in Trafalgar Square, central London, England, Great Britain

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: National Gallery and St. Martin in the Fields church reflected in the Edwin Lutyens

National Gallery and St. Martin in the Fields church reflected in the Edwin Lutyens fountain, in Trafalgar Square, central London, England, Great Britain

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Staircase, The Staircase Lobby (b / w photo)

Heathcote, Ilkley, The Staircase, The Staircase Lobby (b / w photo)
3650616 Heathcote, Ilkley, The Staircase, The Staircase Lobby (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Staircase)

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Main Entrance, Ground Floor Plan (b / w photo)

Heathcote, Ilkley, The Main Entrance, Ground Floor Plan (b / w photo)
3650615 Heathcote, Ilkley, The Main Entrance, Ground Floor Plan (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Main Entrance)

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Heathcote, Ilkley, Detail of Front (b / w photo)

Heathcote, Ilkley, Detail of Front (b / w photo)
3650625 Heathcote, Ilkley, Detail of Front (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heathcote, Ilkley, Detail of Front)

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Drawing Room, The Dining Room, A Corridor (b / w photo)

Heathcote, Ilkley, The Drawing Room, The Dining Room, A Corridor (b / w photo)
3650617 Heathcote, Ilkley, The Drawing Room, The Dining Room, A Corridor (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Drawing Room)

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Full-scale recreation of the Globe Theatre designed by Edwin Lutyens for the Shakespeares England

Full-scale recreation of the Globe Theatre designed by Edwin Lutyens for the Shakespeares England exhibition at Earls
5987035 Full-scale recreation of the Globe Theatre designed by Edwin Lutyens for the Shakespeares England exhibition at Earls Court in 1912 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: The British Royal Pavilion at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (litho)

The British Royal Pavilion at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (litho)
3098914 The British Royal Pavilion at the Exposition Universelle 1900, Paris (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Terrace Front, The Billiard Room, The Hall (b / w photo)

Heathcote, Ilkley, The Terrace Front, The Billiard Room, The Hall (b / w photo)
3650613 Heathcote, Ilkley, The Terrace Front, The Billiard Room, The Hall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heathcote, Ilkley, The Terrace Front)

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Nashdom Abbey, view from the east, c1950. Creator: Unknown

Nashdom Abbey, view from the east, c1950. Creator: Unknown
Nashdom Abbey, view from the east, c1950. Nashdom, designed in Neo-Georgian style by Edwin Lutyens, is a former Benedictine abbey in Burnham, Buckinghamshire

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London, c1920. Creator: Unknown

The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London, c1920. Creator: Unknown
The Cenotaph, Whitehall, London, c1920. The Cenotaph is the site of the annual national service of remembrance when those who fell in the Great War and subsequent conflicts are remembered

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Irish National War Memorial Gardens, Islandbridge, Ireland, Irish War Memorial

Irish National War Memorial Gardens, Islandbridge, Ireland, Irish War Memorial

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: India Gate, a war memorial in New Delhi commeorating the Indian dead of the First World War

India Gate, a war memorial in New Delhi commeorating the Indian dead of the First World War
India Gate, a war memorial in New Delhi commemorating the Indian dead of the First World War. The India Gate today also houses the Indian Armys Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Built by Edwin Lutyens

Background imageEdwin Lutyens Collection: Whitehall Cenotaph

Whitehall Cenotaph
July 1919: War memorial designed by Edwin Lutyens is erected in Whitehall, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)



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Edwin Lutyens, a renowned British architect, left an indelible mark on the world with his iconic designs. From The Cenotaph in Whitehall, London to the Edwin Lutyens fountain in Central London's Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery, his creations stand as testaments to his genius. Lutyens' influence extended far beyond Britain's shores. In India, he designed Delhi's Rashtrapati Bhavan - the majestic residence of Indian Presidents. His architectural prowess is also evident in Asia where his fountain adorns prominent locations like St James' Park and the National Gallery. But it was not just grand structures that defined Lutyens' career. He paid meticulous attention to detail even in smaller projects like Heathcote in Ilkley. The black and white photographs capture stunning shots of The Staircase Lobby and Ground Floor Plan at Heathcote's Main Entrance. One of Lutyens' most poignant contributions was seen during the Funeral of the Unknown Warrior, immortalized by a moving black and white photograph. This solemn event showcased how his designs could evoke emotions while honoring those who made sacrifices for their country. Heathcote once again takes center stage with its intricate Front Detail captured beautifully in monochrome hues. The Drawing Room, Dining Room, and Corridor showcase Lutyens' ability to create harmonious spaces that exude elegance. In 1912, Lutyens presented a full-scale recreation of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre at Earls Court for Shakespeares England exhibition - a testament to his versatility as an architect capable of capturing historical essence through design. Even outside Britain's borders, Lutyens left an impression with projects like The British Royal Pavilion at Exposition Universelle 1900 held in Paris - a lithograph showcasing his ability to blend opulence with innovation seamlessly. The final glimpse into Heathcote reveals more captivating images: The Terrace Front, The Billiard Room, and The Hall.