Houses of Parliament

Gothic Revival palace in London, UK, housing the UK Parliament.

Overview

Designed by Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin, completed in 1870, it features iconic clock tower Big Ben.

Design Features

Perpendicular Gothic Revival style, intricate stonework, and extensive use of pointed arches and ribbed vaults.

Architectural Connections

• Western European: British Gothic context.
• Civic: Government building.
• Victorian: 19th-century style.

Influence and Legacy

Iconic example of Gothic Revival, influencing civic architecture globally.

Related Architects & Works

Charles Barry (related architect), Westminster Hall (related building), Tower (element), Victorian (period)