Lot Essay
In 1937, Richardson was commissioned to design a new church, Holy Cross, Greenford. The initial design was revised and simplified and was built between 1939 and 42. The design was based on a timber truss structure comprising of interlocking straight members, which created a low-eaved profile. The dramatic timber interior was highly acclaimed.
We are grateful to John Harris and Charles Hind for their assistance with cataloguing the group of architectural drawings.
We are grateful to John Harris and Charles Hind for their assistance with cataloguing the group of architectural drawings.