Servants' quarters

traditional domestic worker's part of a great house

Servants' quarters are those parts of a building, traditionally in a private house, which contain the domestic offices and staff accommodation. From the late 17th century until the late 19th/early 20th century they were a common feature in many large houses.

At 18th century Holkham Hall: service and secondary wings (foreground) clearly flank the mansion and were intended to be viewed as part of the overall facade