Thomas Cubitt

Many London based Chimni users will know Thomas Cubitt as the name of a pub in London's Belgravia. The more astute will have looked at the wonderful architectural illustrations on the wall are realised that Thomas Cubitt (1788–1855), was the leading master builder for that part of London London in the second quarter of the 19th century.

Thomas Cubitt (1788–1855) created masterpieces of Regency housing such as Belgrave Square and Eaton Square in London, and was responsible for the master planning and design of whole sections of the City, such as Pimlico and Bloomsbury, being developed by his patron the Duke of Westminster. He also worked farther afield, creating huge swathes of towns like Brighton where he was responsible for initiatives such as the Kemp Town development.