Piccadilly Circus, 1890. Photographer: Charles Wilson (G W Wilson & Co)

This view of Piccadilly Circus conveys a strong sense of London's status in the late 19th century as the capital of 'the largest empire the world had ever known'.

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/history/picture-preview-portrait-of-london-6939047.html?action=gallery&ino=8

McDonald's Piccadilly sign, a new attraction in town

Saturday 11 June 2011

“It's not the first time McDonald's has used interactive digital billboards in their advertising campaigns. In London's Piccadilly Circus, the chain mounted a fun electronic billboard that allowed tourists and locals alike to take photos against backdrops and props.”

http://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/giant-interactive-video-game-in-stockholm-wins-players-burgers-2296305.html?origin=internalSearch

Fashion show livestream gets burberry brand to the top

Tuesday 22 February 2011

“The Burberry show on February 21 was one of superlatives: creative director Christopher Bailey attracted the most celebrities this London fashion week, made it snow inside, and had all outfits streamed live to Piccadilly Circus as well as to screens all over the world. His reward? Entering the Famecount top ten at #2 this week.”

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/social-media-fashion-index-fashion-show-livestream-gets-brand-to-the-top-2222760.html?origin=internalSearch

Firms race for right to use landmark

 Tuesday 15 February 2011

“A rare chance to advertise among the famed neon lights of Piccadilly Circus has emerged after the Japanese electronics giant Sanyo withdrew from the London landmark after 33 years. Four leading companies are thought to be interested in taking over the billboard.”

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/this-britain/firms-race-for-right-to-use-landmark-2215069.html?origin=internalSearch

A new prospect for Piccadilly: St James's Gateway building is London's newest startling building

JAY MERRICK Friday 22 March 2013

“The cornice is inspired by the exuberance and activity of the nearby Piccadilly Circus and shows how true collaborations between architects and artists can enrich the experience of buildings for inhabitants of, and visitors to, London,” he says. The crimson spray around the windows is “sympathetic”.

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/features/a-new-prospect-for-piccadilly-st-jamess-gateway-building-is-londons-newest-startling-building-8544410.html?origin=internalSearch