Fellows in Collaboration with Historic Decoration: Private Palaces of London
Wednesday 13th April 2022
29 Charles St, Mayfair, W1J 5DT
In Private Palaces of London - London townhouses, both standing and forgotten, Oliver Gerrish explores some of London's most iconic and historic townhouses. He will examine some that are still standing, as well as those we have lost.
Itinerary
- 6pm - Arrive for a prompt 6:05pm start
- 6:05pm - Talk by Oliver Gerrish of Historic Decoration
- 7 pm - Questions and refreshments
If you are interested in the event but can't attend, please contact us on hello@fellows.co.uk
Tickets
Event Name: Private Palaces of London
Event Description: The event ill explore London townhouses, both standing and forgotten. You can join the event in person at our townhouse in Mayfair, or from the comfort of your own home. All in-person tickets will include a glass of wine.
Event Date: Wednesday 13th April 2022 - 6:00pm
Fellows' London office is located a stone's throw away from Berkeley Square. 29 Charles Street is a Grade II listed townhouse in the heart of Mayfair. Lovingly restored to a very high standard, with all modern conveniences. We hold events regularly at the townhouse, including private viewings, lectures, and seminars. To find out more about this venue, please get in touch or visit our website.
More information
Founded in 2016, by Caroline Percy and Oliver Gerrish, Historic Decoration runs study days and talks exploring all aspects of the history of British interior design. The speakers are established experts in their respective fields and they explore the evolution of interiors through the centuries with a view to decorating a period home in the context of the 21st century. For the amateur as well as the professional, Historic Decoration events provide a forum to offer practical advice amidst magnificent surroundings.
Oliver Gerrish graduated from the University of Cambridge with a Masters in Building History in Britain. He was one of the youngest feature writers for Country Life magazine. He re-founded the Young Georgians (The Georgian Group) in 2002 and led it for fourteen years. He is a trustee of the Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust and founder of their Architecture Awards, as well a co-founder of Historic Decoration - a series of study days, talks and tours dedicated to the history of British interior design.
He is also a professional countertenor.