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George Aitchison
Architect

George Aitchison

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Designing Leighton House in London

Leighton House

Born
7 November 1825
Birthplace
London
Died
16 May 1910

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George Aitchison

George Aitchison was a British architect and teacher known for richly decorated domestic interiors. His most celebrated commission was the home of painter Frederic Leighton.

Early life

Education

The son of an architect, he attended Merchant Taylors’ School and University College London.

Career

  1. 1887–1905

    Royal Academy

    Served as professor of architecture.

  2. 1896–1899

    RIBA president

    Led the professional institute.

  3. 1898

    Royal Gold Medal

    Received the architectural honour.

Selected buildings

Leighton House

Designed the Kensington home and studio of Frederic Leighton.

Beyond architecture

Friendship

His work for Leighton grew from a friendship with the painter.

Sources & photo creditBiography and career ↗Biographical references ↗

Original photograph. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.

Photo: Artistic portrait; Lawrence Alma-Tadema. Public domain · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.