a simply unique venue

 

 

Under the custodianship of Kingston University, Dorich House has been restored and now houses magnificent examples of Dora Gordine's work and a superb collection of Russian Imperial Art assembled by Richard Hare.

The House is multifunctional and its meeting rooms can be adapted to suit your requirements.

 

GROUND FLOOR
The Plaster Studio
This is ideal for Group Sessions and Buffets and accommodates up to 20 people.  It has natural daylight and blackout facilities.

When the weather is fine, the doors are opened onto the lawns, floodlit at night.  Richmond Park is behind the wall, apple and pear trees form "The Orchard"
A large marquee can be erected in the lawn for all-weather functions and team building activities.

 

FIRST FLOOR
The Modelling Studio
Ideal for presentations, lectures and exhibitions, seats up to 60 people theatre-style and offers the latest A.V. facilities.

It has a stage, natural daylight, black-out facilities and overlooks Richmond Park. On the walls are a series of Gordine’s studies in charcoal which explore the human figure and portraiture.
The Gallery
The superb Gallery exhibits life size bronzes, figures and portraits by Gordine and a magnificent Russian neo-classical sofa and armchairs from the Russian collection, providing a tranquil and relaxing setting for your coffee breaks, standing buffet meals, afternoon teas and cocktail parties.

 

SECOND FLOOR - The Russian Suite
This part of the House was the private residence of Dora and Richard. Together the Dining Room, Lounge and Parkside Room make up the Russian Suite. These elegant and timeless rooms contains the Richard Hare’s rare collection of porcelain, glass, lacquer boxes and metalwork, including a superb display of icons from the 17th century – 20th century in the Parkside Room.
The Dining Room
The Dining Room seats 10 guests boardroom-style, and with its famous Chinese Half Moon doors, is complemented by the adjoining Lounge.
The Lounge
Modern furniture in the Art Deco style makes this a comfortable place to relax during comfort breaks.
The Parkside Room
The Parkside Room, can seat up to 14 people boardroom-style, and offers a quiet meeting venue with picture postcard views over the treetops of Richmond Park.

 

ROOF
The Roof Terrace  
Weather permitting yet another wonderful space from which one can admire Richmond Park, Wimbledon Common, and on a clear day a 360 degree of extensive South West London and Surrey views.