Portobello Power Station

Category

Library Item

Item no

4296

Title

Portobello Power Station (proposed design for alterations?)

Description

An architectural drawing by Farly, Cyril A. and Adams of proposed alterations to Portobello Power Station. The building has a tall central tower and is sited in front of a manicured beach front.

Artist / maker

Unknown

Date

1948

Size

16.2 x 24.3 cm

Type

Reproduction

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

Portobello Power Station stood at the junction of Kings Road and Portobello High Street. The first plans for its construction were made in 1913 but were substantially delayed by the First World War. The first stage of the power station eventually opened by George V in 1923. From 1936 the power station served to heat the water of the adjacent outdoor swimming pool. Its large distinctive chimney was added in 1939. The building was demolished in the late 1970's.

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Landscape > Land > Coastlines

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