HAND-CAST IN SOLID CONCRETE WITH CARE BY SPACEPLAY
The Phillips Building (SOAS) - Miniature Concrete Model
The Phillips Building (SOAS) - Miniature Concrete Model
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Model 004: Phillips Building (SOAS) – Miniature Concrete Model
Hand-cast in fine concrete. Shaped by memory.
Some buildings hold quiet significance—known best to those who pass through them.
The Phillips Building at SOAS is one of those places. Hidden in plain sight behind Russell Square, it rises with a certain calm confidence—clean lines, long horizontal glazing, and a rhythm of concrete and glass that feels both practical and poetic. Designed in the 1970s, it has been a silent witness to decades of study, protest, and thought.
This one sat on my list for a long time.
It doesn’t shout for attention, but it stays with you. I wanted to capture that balance—the simple form, the soft texture of the concrete, the gentle recesses of the façade. It took time to get right in miniature, but now it feels like what I hoped it would.
A small piece of Bloomsbury’s modernist heart—made to hold in your hand.
Features
• Solid cast concrete, individually hand-poured
• 7.5cm long, 6cm wide, 4cm high
• Laser-etched cork base with building name
• Comes gift-boxed for the perfect concrete gift
• Designed, modelled, and finished in the UK
Made for those who studied here, passed by it, or found a kind of shelter in its shape.
Whether it’s tied to years spent in the library, a passing appreciation for its design, or a quiet love for London’s understated modernism, this model holds that feeling. A tribute to thoughtful architecture in the heart of the city.
15% off when you order two or more models
EU customers: please order via my Etsy shop due to customs regulations
Building Information
Location: Bloomsbury, London, UK
Architect: Denys Lasdun and Partners
Completed: 1973
Status: Still in use, Grade II listed
Brief Overview:
The Phillips Building is the main library for SOAS University of London. Designed by Denys Lasdun’s firm and completed in 1973, it embodies a restrained, human-scale modernism. Set back from the street, its horizontal massing and concrete surfaces reflect Lasdun’s evolving approach to educational buildings—balancing clarity, utility, and quiet character in the midst of Bloomsbury’s historic landscape.
Please note:
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My concrete sculptures are individually hand cast in solid concrete. This means that each piece will have distinctive markings and minor blemishes due to air bubbles in the concrete. This is a natural part of the material and will mean that no two pieces are ever exactly the same.
Shipping:
I aim to make and ship your artwork within 30 days. If you require your order by a specific date before this please let me know.
Express shipping options at checkout for additional costs
Materials
Materials
My concete models are all made using a fine grain quickset cement with a polymer additive. This gives a good balance between strength and detail casting. However concrete is a brittle material so the models are delicate and can break with impact.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Free standard shipping on all UK orders.
We aim to ship within 30 days but priority shipping can be purchased if you require faster delivery.
You can cancel or return you order at any time. Once I receive the product back undamaged you will receive a full refund (excluding postage).
I do not refund damaged parcels. If your order arrives damaged please contact me immediately to arrange for a replacement.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Concrete is a brittle material so these models are delicate objects. They can be chipped or cracked easily and need to be protected from knocks or falls.
My concrete mix is also not waterproof so you should protected your model from damp and moisture.
Extreme changes in temperature will cause expansion and contraction inside the concrete model potentially leading to cracks forming. Keep your model out of direct sunlight and away from heating systems.
