 The original synagogue at the St John's Wood location was erected during 1924 and designed by Ernest Joseph, it was dedicated on 13 September 1925.The portico of the new synagogue consisted of six ionic columns made of Portland stone that were donated by Bernhard Baron, a philanthropist and synagogue member (Fox 2011).Inside, there was seating for 1, 350 people and a communal hall, named Montefiore Hall, which could accommodate a further 500 people.