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Lauderdale Tower
Lauderdale is the furthest west of the Barbican's towers.
Lauderdale Tower
It's the nearest the Barbican Tube Station, and used to host the Estate's on-site newsagents, Crispin's.
Lauderdale Tower
The tower was completed in 1974. The company Turriff Limited were originally contracted to build the tower. The delays as part of the 'Battle of the Barbican' strikes meant that John Laing Limited finished it instead.
Lauderdale Tower: Sales Brochure - Page 3/12 by Corporation of London and Barbican Estate OfficeBarbican Centre
Lauderdale Tower
Flats were advertised as being fully decorated, with panoramic views across the city.
Lauderdale Tower
This drawing shows the entrance lobby with a dedicated porter.
Lauderdale Tower
Here are two residents waiting for the lift.
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Rooms with views
St Paul's Cathedral can be seen through the window here.
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Interior decoration
The Lauderdale flats were decorated in one of three available colour schemes.
Interior decoration
Hand picked furnishings and artwork were on view in the show flats.
Interior decoration
This bedrooms even opens up onto a balcony - for the ultimate weekend lounging experience.
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View Lauderdale Tower
Lauderdale Tower today. You can see the curved balconies on the left hand side.
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