She designed a small number of modernist buildings and contributed towards the development of avant-garde architecture in Britain.
[1] In 1925, she spent six months in Paris and following this briefly attended art school in St John's Wood.
During her time at the Architectural Association, Benjamin encountered Godfrey Samuel (1927–32), a fellow student and a later founder- member of Tecton, and she also worked for Edwin Lutyens' office during her year out.
[4] First working from home in Golders Green and then in her office 42 South Molton Street in London, Benjamin designed three modern houses that are known for their freshness.
In Highgate, No 1 Fitzroy Park was rebuilt for Dr Edith Summerskill as a vehicle for self-presentation and Labour Party politics.