6 Stories of lighting London’s bridges
The city’s bridges and embankments have been at the forefront of lighting innovations in London for centuries.
Tag: Architecture
6 Sensational Surviving Tudor Country Houses
The tumultuous Tudor period lasted from 1485 until 1603, and saw huge changes brought about by three generations of monarchs and the break away from the Catholic Church.
A Brief Introduction to Brutalism
Loved and loathed, revered and reviled: Brutalism remains one of the most controversial and misunderstood architectural styles of the 20th century.
A Spotter’s Guide to Victorian Architecture
Named after the 63 year reign of Queen Victoria, the era of 1837 to 1901 inspired unprecedented social, intellectual and technological change.
A Spotter’s Guide to Post-Modern Architecture
Post-Modernism in architecture was an international phenomenon, which can be defined by its relationship to the Modern Movement.
20 years of saving heritage at risk
A celebration of 20 years of Heritage at Risk project which first started in 1998.
A Brief History of Fire Stations
Identifiable by their big red doors, England’s network of historic fire stations reach out to every city, town and village.
A Spotter’s Guide to Art Deco Architecture
The bold, geometric, decorative look of Art Deco originated in France in the 1920s.
6 Rituals of remembrance
The way we remember is deeply rooted in place and familiarity – from memorial sites marked by statues to ceremonial sanctuaries for quiet reflection.
6 Reasons to Love Historic Norfolk
Norfolk is steeped in history and its vast, flat landscape has inspired artists, writers and poets for centuries.