Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd. - West End Premises

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Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd. - West End Premises

Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd. - West End Premises - Corner of Oxford Street and Great Chapel Street. Pioneers of cut-price furnishings. Building designed by Philip E Pilditch. Date: circa 1908

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This photograph showcases the Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd.'s West End Premises, located at the corner of Oxford Street and Great Chapel Street in London. Established in the early 1900s, Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd. was a pioneering force in the world of cut-price furnishings, revolutionizing the way people purchased and decorated their homes. The building, designed by the renowned architect Philip E. Pilditch, is a stunning example of early 20th-century architecture. Its grand facade, with its intricate stonework and large display windows, exudes an air of sophistication and elegance. The building's corner location on Oxford Street, one of London's busiest shopping destinations, ensured maximum visibility and foot traffic. Despite its impressive exterior, Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd. was known for its affordable prices, making high-quality furnishings accessible to a wider audience. The company's dealings in cut-price furnishings set a new trend in the industry and paved the way for other discount furniture retailers to follow suit. This photograph, taken circa 1908, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of innovation and affordability in the world of home furnishings. The building's enduring design and the legacy of Hackney Furnishing Co. Ltd. continue to inspire and influence the industry to this day.

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