An example of Queen Anne architecture, the residence is the only building Lutyens designed in North America.

Frederick H. Brooke,[3] the on-site American architect, assisted with the design and oversaw the construction of the embassy, which was conducted by noted developer Harry Wardman.

[5] The home is the most prominent part of a compound that also includes the offices of the embassy chancery and is a contributing property to the Massachusetts Avenue Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

[7] The residence, together with the embassy offices, underwent a 5 year renovation costing £118.8 million ending in 2023.

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