Cholmeley Lodge

Cholmeley Lodge is a block of 54 flats constructed between 1934 and 1935, designed by Guy Morgan. It is situated within Cholmeley Park, Highgate. The building is constructed of yellow brick with cast stone detailing, featuring steel horizontal bar casement windows, concrete balconies, and flat roofs.

The design takes the form of three curved crescents, creating a scalloped outline. Staircase towers and lifts are located at the rear, with trades stairs and service balconies forming compact service cores. The block rises six storeys, with the curved plan emphasized by projecting balconies on each floor. Further projecting bays are situated above the entrances to each section of the development. Cast stone panels between the windows highlight the banding of the facade. Four entrance doorways are set within fluted surrounds, protected by curved canopies and featuring glazed double doors with long handles. The roof was originally designed as a sun deck, with small individual stores serving as windbreaks.

The north elevation presents a more functional appearance, with exposed concrete lintels and access balconies for trades. In contrast, the main south-facing elevation is streamlined, maximizing views over the City and Waterlow Park.

The entrance halls are small, with stairs featuring iron balustrading leading to a central lift. The interiors of the flats have not been inspected.

Cholmeley Lodge is considered one of the finest surviving mansion blocks from the 1930s, demonstrating a sensitive response to its site and reflecting Morgan’s expertise in this particular building type.