Red House

Commissioned by William Morris in 1859 and designed by Philip Webb, Red House is of enormous international significance in the history of domestic architecture and garden design. The building is constructed of warm red brick, under a steep red-tiled roof, with an emphasis on natural materials and a strong Gothic influence. The garden was designed to ‘clothe’ the house with a series of subdivided areas which still clearly exist. Inside, the house retains many of the original features and fixed items of furniture designed by Morris and Webb, as well as wall paintings and stained glass by Burne-Jones. Originally surrounded by orchards and countryside, Red House and its garden now provide an oasis in a suburban environment

Name and credits for images of Red House

Reference: 123912

Description of image – A mass of red & white roses in the garden at Red House with rooftops in the background. This L-shaped William Morris house was designed in 1859 by Philip Webb & built in red brick.

Credit for photograph: Andrew Butler

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