BMA House
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BMA House
Set in the heart of Bloomsbury on Tavistock Square, BMA House is a distinguished Grade II listed building designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, offering a rare combination of heritage, scale and versatility in central London. Blending historic character with contemporary appeal, its striking architecture and adaptable spaces make it a sought-after filming location for high-end productions. Surrounded by iconic landmarks and excellent transport links, it provides an exceptional backdrop for film, television and photography.
The venue brings together a variety of visually distinct environments within a single footprint. Its two enclosed outdoor spaces, the and the , are particularly valuable in central London, offering controlled exteriors with strong cinematic appeal. The Garden, with its terrace, pond and mature planting, evokes a tranquil, residential atmosphere, while the Courtyard, framed by grand architecture, lends itself to more formal or institutional settings.
Inside, BMA House offers a series of elegant, production-ready interiors. delivers impressive scale, featuring 28-foot ceilings, Corinthian columns, gold-leaf detailing and views over the Courtyard. provides a more intimate, characterful setting with period features and a striking chandelier, while the benefits from abundant natural light and direct access to the exterior spaces. A disused banking vault adds a distinctive and unexpected element, further expanding creative possibilities. Spaces can be dressed for both period and contemporary narratives, offering productions a highly flexible canvas.
BMA House has successfully transformed for a wide range of film settings, including embassies, government buildings, healthcare environments and private residences. It has hosted productions for leading broadcasters and streamers, with filming highlights including Red Eye (ITV), The Diplomat (Netflix), Slow Horses (Apple TV+) and Bridgerton (Netflix).
Alongside its visual appeal, the venue offers a high level of production support. Facilities include exclusive hire options, goods lifts, three-phase power, multiple spaces suitable for holding areas, costume storage, and hair and make-up, as well as flexible catering arrangements. The building can be hired in full or by individual spaces, providing flexibility and control for productions of all scales.
Combining historic elegance with production-ready infrastructure, BMA House offers a refined and highly adaptable filming environment in central London.
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