The famous Glass Drawing Room at Northumberland House, London, was designed by Robert Adam and built between 1770 and 1775. It was made for one of the most flamboyant couples in London society, the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland and decorated in an elaborate neo-classical style. The desired effect of glittering splendour was achieved by the use of mirrors, foil-backed glass panels and a lavish use of gilded wood and metal.

This model was specially commissioned to show how Adam's dense, Neo-classical ornament covered the ceiling, continued over the walls and even appeared on the carpet. Miniature working lights suggest the effect of candle light on the coloured, mirrored glass panelling. This model was made by Lucy Askew and produced by the Network Modelmakers, London, 2001 for the British Galleries at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The model is currently displayed next to a partial reconstruction of the original panelling from the room.