The versatile Thomas Hopper
Thomas Hopper was one of the most respected architects of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born sometime in the year 1776 (the exact date of his birth is unknown) Thomas Hopper was one of the favourite architects of King George IV of England and many of Hopper's commissions were due to his favourable relationship with the monarch.
Many of the examples of Hopper's fine work can be seen all across the south of England where his masterful designs of elegant country houses were built over the years with some still existing to this day.
Although many of Thomas Hopper’s constructions were located around the Southern areas of the country, he did not by any means limit himself to that place. He did venture out of this location and there exists several examples of his work in Wales and Northern Ireland among other places.
Following his own basic belief “It is an architect's business to understand all styles and be prejudiced in favour of none", Hopper was capable of executing a staggering array of designs ranging from Jacobean and Tudor Gothic to Greek and Palladian styles. A noteworthy example of the Gothic style was the conservatory at Carlton House, which he designed for the Prince Regent.
Thomas Hopper died in 1856.
Original Authors: Doods Pangburn
Edit Update Authors: M.A.Harris
Updated On: 16/05/2008
