State House, Nairobi
| State House | |
|---|---|
State House, Nairobi in 2005 | |
Interactive map of the State House area | |
| Former names | Government House |
| General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Type | Official residence |
| Architectural style | Palladian, Neoclassical |
| Location | State House Road P.O Box: 40530-00100 Nairobi, Kenya., Nairobi, Kenya |
| Coordinates | 1°16′58″S 36°48′08″E / 1.28278°S 36.80222°E |
| Current tenants | William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, First Lady of Kenya and family |
| Completed | 1907 (119 years) |
| Client | Government of Kenya |
| Owner | Government of Kenya |
| Landlord | Government of Kenya |
| Technical details | |
| Structural system | Steel frame and reinforced concrete |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Herbert Baker |
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The State House is the official residence of the president of Kenya. It was the prime minister's residence from independence until 12 December 1964 when Kenya became a republic. As the prime minister's position was abolished, it has been the official residence of the president ever since.