Conservation Area (CA)
The Avenues CA
Local Listing Reference
LLHA0079
Description
Built 1883 as the first purpose-built flats in Hove. The property originally comprised 10 flats (ranging from three to five bedrooms), with stabling in the vaulted basement. It was reconfigured in 1981-2 to form 25 units. Two commercial units are housed in the north portion of the block (on Church Road). The south elevation forms the primary elevation. Gault brick with canted bays and a balustraded parapet. Cast iron railings to stone balcony at first floor level, and to the tripartite windows at every level above the main entrance. The main entrance is surmounted by a cupola. Blank wall to west of south elevation suggests it was originally intended to extend this development along Grand Avenue, as part of the West Brighton Estate; this never happened. Source: Middleton 2002
A. Architectural, design and artistic interest
ii. The flats are elegantly-designed, including well-executed detailing but without being overly decorative.
B. Historical and Evidential Interest
ii. The first purpose-built flats in Hove. This type of building was to become a prominent feature in early 20th century development in the city.
E. Rarity and Representativeness
i. The first purpose-built flats in Hove
F. Intactness
i. The exterior of the building survives largely intact
Date of Inclusion
Pre-2015
