After the old Houses of Parliament burned down in 1834, there was a public competition to find a scheme for a replacement, which anyone could enter on payment of £1 for a copy of the site plans.

Time Out London's guide to Houses of Parliament, with facts, ticket information, directions, general info and everything nearby.

History holds a warning for the occupants of Parliament. The current building, designed by architect Charles Barry in a neo-Gothic style, was built after fire destroyed its predecessor in 1834 ...

The man who designed new Parliament House in Canberra has died aged 95. Sydney, March 28, 2003. Professor Romaldo Giurgola who designed the Federal Parliament building.