It was in fact built as three private houses. Sir George Downing acquired the land and built a number of townhouses. They were built between 1682 and 1684. There were between 5 and 20 houses originally (historians aren't clear). They were designed by Sir Christopher Wren. It was only in 1735 when the First Lord of Treasurer (now known as the Prime Minister) acquired the house.
yesterday and today
The Prime Minister generally resides in number 10, Downing Street, London.
10 Downing Street, London
Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street.
Downing Street is where the offices and residencies of various British government officials live and/or have an office, the famous "10 Downing St" is where the prime minister's office is located.
10 Downing Street is the official residence of the British Prime Minister.
sir george downing
The Prime Minister of the UK lives at 10 Downing Street, London.
10 Downing Street is the official home of the British Prime Minister.
10 Downing Street, home to the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister generally resides in number 10, Downing Street, London.
10 downing street, London
10 Downing Street, Westminster, London
10 Downing Street, Westminster, London
10 Downing Street, London
10 Downing Street, London.
10 Downing Street, London
The British Prime Minister lives at 10 Downing Street.This is currently David Cameron. 10 Downing Street is the official residence of the British Prime Minister.On the front door, it does not say "Prime Minister" it says "First Lord of the Treasury" which is the official title.Propagando