13 Architectural Details That Reveal London’s Working History
London is full of visual clues about its rich past. These handsomely rendered architectural details are easy to miss, often hidden away or located high up on buildings.
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The Story of the Festival of Britain
The Festival of Britain was a government-sponsored nationwide exhibition celebrating and promoting Britain’s excellence in design, technology, industry, architecture, science and the arts.
The Modernist Buildings of Engineer Ove Arup
Engineer Ove Nyquist Arup was involved in constructing several important modernist buildings in England and abroad.
Where to Find Egyptian Style Architecture in England
‘Egyptomania’ was the height of fashion in Regency England. Here are some of the places you can see its impact.
Small Projects, Big Impact: How John Laing Influenced Our Everyday
The John Laing construction company are most famous for their landmark post-war projects such as Coventry Cathedral, the M1 motorway and Berkley Nuclear Power Station.
A Brief Introduction to Shopping Parades
Shopping parades are a familiar sight in urban areas across England.
A Brief Introduction to Terraced Housing
The terrace is one of the most recognisable styles of housing in England.
Heritage at Risk: In Progress
Founded in 1998, the Heritage at Risk register is
the annual snapshot of the health of England’s historic places.
8 of England’s Most Magnificent Libraries
Libraries are ingrained into the blueprints of cities worldwide. As well as their obvious educational importance, they play a substantial role culturally and historically.
A Brief Introduction to Denys Lasdun
Discover the life and work of one of the most prominent post-war architects in England