The estate of Durham Yard having become an unprofitable heap of ruins, was purchased by Messrs. Adams, four brothers, by whose labours the metropolis as been embellished with edifices of distinguished excellence. To their researches, we are indebted for many improvements in ornamental architecture, and for a style of decoration unrivalled for elegance and gaiety, which, in spite of the innovations of fashion, will prevail as long as good taste prevails in the nation.
The front of the Adelphi, towards the river, on account of its extent, becomes one of the most distinguishing objects between the bridges of Westminster, Waterloo, and Blackfriars. The terrace is happily situated in the heart of the Metropolis, upon a bend of the river, which. presents to the right and left every eminent object.
Other London Buildings:
New Court House, or Westminster Guildhall
General List of other Noblemen's Residences
Source: Leigh's New Picture of London. Printed for Samuel Leigh, 18, Strand;
by W. Clowes, Northumberland Court. 1819