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Building record MDR13932 - British Olivetti Factory, Downing Road, Derby

Type and Period (1)

  • (Late 20th Century - 1970 AD to 1971 AD)

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  • None recorded

Full Description

Built 1970-71 to the designs of Cullinan, Chassey, Bicknell, Wickham and Oliver; one of four in other locations. Plywood constructed stylish expandable factory with workshops, and studios on upper floor. Roof pierced at the base by triangular windows. Literature: Pevsner, Sir N & Williamson, E., Derbyshire in Buildings of England series, 2nd Edn., (London 1978) 192. (1)

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Bibliographic reference: Derby City Council. 2010. City of Derby Local List. p 46.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SK 3700 3611 (53m by 29m)
Civil Parish DERBY, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE

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Record last edited

Feb 20 2015 3:50PM

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