5 Things You Didn’t Know About Prefabs
Prefabs were temporary homes built to rehouse those who had lost their homes during the Blitz.
Category: Architecture
5 Nonconformist chapels of England
In England, the word Nonconformist can describe Protestants who do not conform to the doctrines or practices of the Church of England.
10 of England’s Best Post-War Pubs
Drink up and discover some of England’s most prominent post-war pubs.
Reclaration: the new heritage
Beneath London’s Southbank Centre, a landmark brutalist monument, lies a completely different kind of heritage.
5 Things you didn’t know about Gloucester
Well known for it’s Gothic Cathedral and picturesque surroundings, Gloucester has a rich history of industry and trade.
7 Creative Vew Uses For Cathedrals
Cathedrals hold a special place in the built environment.They are important for their scale and splendour as well as their significance as places of worship.
5 of the best buildings by architect Frederick Gibberd
A new study explores the sheer range of Gibberd’s work, showing that that he does indeed deserve a place in our narrative of 20th century modern architecture.
Gunpowder, Treason and Plot: 8 Images that Shed Light on the Conspiracy
An obscure collection of images in our archive shed light on the people and places that contributed to the Gunpowder plot of 1605.
What is a Conservation Area?
There are more than 10,000 conservation areas in England. With 59% being rural and 41% urban, there’s a lot of variety.
6 Spectacular Swimming Pools
Dive in and discover some of England’s historic swimming pools.