Adam defends Athlone

摘要

Robert Adam has defended his designs for a ￡20 million neo-classical mansion in Hampstead against stinging attack from critics who described them as "inept". The architect is working for a Kuwaiti billionaire who wants to demolish Athlone House and replace it with a larger home. But the proposals have provoked 500 objections from residents, architects and campaigners who want to retain the now-crumbling Victorian landmark.