Modernist architect John Winter has died
by Henrietta Billings
The Twentieth Century Society is deeply saddened to hear the news of John Winter’s death, aged 82. John Winter was a widely recognised protagonist of the modern house…. More…
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Paolozzi public art up for grabs
by Henrietta Billings
A giant bronze statue by Sir Eduardo Paolozzi that has been on public display in central London for 25 years is due to be sold at auction next… More…
The former NLA Tower, clad in white mosaicSeifert revival
by Henrietta Billings
The life and work of Richard Seifert come under the spot light at a Seifert themed evening at RIBA this week, and two of the architect’s most famous… More…
Last chance to save Manchester’s Library Walk?
by Henrietta Billings
Controversial plans to in-fill the distinctive walkway known as ‘Library Walk’ between Manchester Central Library and the town hall extension will be decided at a key planning… More…
Gym facade in landscaped settingMain entrance door detail
Historic Birmingham gym – saved
by Henrietta Billings
This historic Birmingham University gym has been saved from demolition, following objections to redevelopment plans from C20. As part of a major new scheme planned at the Edgbaston… More…
The PedimentListing success – an unusual croquet shed
by Henrietta Billings
A croquet shed, sundial, and other garden structures in the grounds of a Raymond Erith house in Northamptonshire have been listed at grade II. The main house, called The… More…
South Bank CentreSouth Bank Centre rejected for listing
by Henrietta Billings
The Twentieth Century Society is bitterly disappointed with the latest decision not to list the Southbank Centre. Despite a rigorous recommendation by English Heritage, central government has… More…
Councillors reject listed fire station tower
by Henrietta Billings
Birmingham City Council’s planning committee has overwhelmingly voted against controversial tower proposals for the listed fire station building. Just two councillors voted in favour and 10 against the… More…
D-day for threatened 1930s fire station
by Henrietta Billings
Photo credit: Ell Brown Birmingham City Council’s planning committee will decide today on the future of the city’s former Central Fire Station on Corporation Street. We are strongly… More…
South Winds – a house that has been noticed
by Henrietta Billings
Inspired by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, this five bedroom mid 1960s house on Cryfield Grange Road in Coventry has been listed at grade II. The architectural… More…