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Dolphin Square:
the restoration of
a 20th century icon
By GRID Architects and Interiors
GRID Architects and Interiors have led the
comprehensive and sensitive restoration of Dolphin
Square – the iconic 1930s residential estate in the heart
of Pimlico, London. Guided by the vision of original
architect Stanley Gordon Jeeves, the project balances
innovation and legacy, ensuring Dolphin Square continues to thrive as a modern, sustainable development
shaped around community well-being. GRID’s work has
reimagined the estate for contemporary living while
preserving its architectural heritage, with a particular
focus on reinstating the grandeur of arrival through a
striking new entrance pavilion and lobby that reconnects
the site to its historic gardens. Across the 7.5-acre estate,
GRID have revitalised residential apartments, restored
communal amenities including the gym, squash courts,
and spa, and delivered major sustainability upgrades –
from over 2,000 heritage-style window replacements to
the installation of air source heat pumps and MVHR
systems – all within the constraints of a conservation area.
A full project description detailing the complete history
and phased works by GRID Architects and Interiors is included as an appendix to this press release. A press pack
containing free to use photography for publication and
other project data is here.
Dolphin Square, a landmark of 20th century urban living,
was originally designed by Stanley Gordon Jeeves and
constructed between 1935 and 1937. Envisioned as a selfcontained residential utopia, the estate featured landscaped gardens, retail spaces, leisure facilities, and a
swimming pool – creating a unique living experience in
central London. Over time, it has stood as an emblem of
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