Nos. 3, Dryden Street

Dryden Street / Nos. 1-5 (odd): Nos. 3, Dryden Street
36 Drury Lane
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Designations

Listing
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Building of Merit
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Shopfront of Merit
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Appraisal

No. 3, Dryden Street

Part of the late-19th century redevelopment of the Mercers’ Estate, nos. 3- 5, Dryden Street return south-eastwards around the corner of Arne Street as nos. 4 and 6, Arne Street. The red brick faced elevation to Dryden Street comprises three storeys plus mansard with dormers and is devised in two parts.

No. 3 comprises two matching bays at first and second floor levels and three, narrower bays at ground floor level, separated by pilasters faced in amber-brown glazed brick. The bay at the right hand end carries the sign-written ‘Donmar Dryden Street Way-in 3’. A moulded brick dentil cornice runs across elevation above the first floor windows. The two bays at first and second floor levels contain tri-partite sash-windows. The three bays at ground floor level contain simple, extensively glazed modern infills.

The building reflects the strong commercial architecture of the date. It has been well-refurbished recently and there is a neat, slated mansard which does not detract from the appearance of the building. The sleek modern fenestration and subdued colouring are appropriate to the character of the architecture and form a model for future maintenance.

The building is of architectural interest and considerable townscape value and contributes positively to the character, appearance and significance of the Covent Garden Conservation Area.

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