Circus Mews in London, developed by the Portman family in the late 1700s, reflects historical urban transformation. Initially a rural area, named after an unrealized road plan, it remained largely unchanged until post-war reconstruction, which razed historic houses for an office block. This block was later replaced in the 1980s with Westar House, now housing an MG car showroom. Despite modern developments, Circus Mews preserves its historical character, illustrating London's architectural evolution from rural landscapes to contemporary urban environments.
The development of the area around Circus Mews began in the late 1700s, driven by the Portman family, transforming it from fields to urban passageways.
Circus Street, initially planned to extend to Great Cumberland Place, was renamed Enford Street in the late 1940s, while Circus Mews remained unchanged.
The destruction of the row of houses on Circus Mews led to the construction of Westar House, with its ground floor later redesigned to accommodate an MG car showroom.
Circus Mews has maintained its historical significance amidst changing architectures, from the late 1700s to modern office structures and car showrooms.
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