Brooklyn, Enfield

Brooklyn is a remarkable detached house located at 8 Private Road, Enfield, built between 1883 and 1887 by architect Arthur Heygate Mackmurdo. This Grade II listed building showcases innovative architectural features such as a flat roof and regular shape, which were considered daring for its time. Designed for Mackmurdo's brother, Brooklyn's style hints at future trends in Modernism and Art Deco. Architectural critics like Nikolaus Pevsner have noted its unique characteristics, comparing it to significant structures like the White House. Today, Brooklyn is recognized as a 'proto-Modern' masterpiece, making it an intriguing site for tourists and researchers interested in architectural history.