Lauriston Court

Lauriston Court is a striking residential building located in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, completed in 1936 by the renowned architectural firm Emley and Williamson. This Art Deco masterpiece features a symmetrical design with cantilever bay windows and a distinctive facade of painted plaster. Visitors can admire its elegant entrance, which includes a mosaic stairway and an opulent foyer with a unique curved ceiling. The building is situated in a historically significant area, once home to a Boer War blockhouse and the Orange Grove Hotel, where notable figures like Paul Kruger convened. A blue plaque at the entrance commemorates its rich history, making it an intriguing stop for tourists and researchers alike.