#historical-architecture
#historical-architecture

7 months ago

OMG science

Solved: the mystery of how Victorians built Crystal Palace in just 190 days

The rapid construction of the Crystal Palace was achieved through the innovative use of standardized nuts and bolts, revolutionizing engineering practices.

6 days ago

London politics

31 of England's prisons are Victorian. Do they work? visual investigation

Pentonville prison design redefined incarceration and remains foundational to Britain's Victorian prison system, which faces modern challenges.

7 months ago

OMG science

Solved: the mystery of how Victorians built Crystal Palace in just 190 days

The rapid construction of the Crystal Palace was achieved through the innovative use of standardized nuts and bolts, revolutionizing engineering practices.

more#industrial-revolution

6 days ago

London politics

31 of England's prisons are Victorian. Do they work? visual investigation

Pentonville prison design redefined incarceration and remains foundational to Britain's Victorian prison system, which faces modern challenges.

#real-estate

fromBrooklyn Eagle

NYC real estate

Prospect Heights church faces condo conversion

The 19th-century Romanesque Revival church is set to be converted into condos, highlighting urban church-to-residential trends.

3 weeks ago

NYC real estate

Park Slope Studio With Vintage Details Asks $2,850 a Month

This Park Slope rental showcases well-preserved 1930s charm, retaining many original fixtures and vintage details despite modern updates.

NYC real estate

Williamsburg Rental With Wood Floors Asks $3,950 a Month

The apartment offers a blend of historic charm and modern living in Williamsburg, with versatile space configurations and ample natural light.

fromIrish Independent

1 week ago

Boston real estate

Inside Graham Norton's 5.8m luxury home of 20 years as it goes on the market

The Irish TV presenter is selling his Wapping home of 20 years for â¬5.8 million to downsize.

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Six-Room Greenpoint Rental With Built-ins Wants $4,500

The 1900s flat in Greenpoint offers both character and flexibility in layout, making it ideal for various living arrangements.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

NYC real estate

Prospect Heights church faces condo conversion

The 19th-century Romanesque Revival church is set to be converted into condos, highlighting urban church-to-residential trends.

3 weeks ago

NYC real estate

Park Slope Studio With Vintage Details Asks $2,850 a Month

This Park Slope rental showcases well-preserved 1930s charm, retaining many original fixtures and vintage details despite modern updates.

NYC real estate

Williamsburg Rental With Wood Floors Asks $3,950 a Month

The apartment offers a blend of historic charm and modern living in Williamsburg, with versatile space configurations and ample natural light.

fromIrish Independent

1 week ago

Boston real estate

Inside Graham Norton's 5.8m luxury home of 20 years as it goes on the market

The Irish TV presenter is selling his Wapping home of 20 years for â¬5.8 million to downsize.

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Six-Room Greenpoint Rental With Built-ins Wants $4,500

The 1900s flat in Greenpoint offers both character and flexibility in layout, making it ideal for various living arrangements.

more#real-estate

#interior-design

fromApartment Therapy

Renovation

I Wish Every Home Still Had This Extremely Practical Centuries-Old Feature

Victorian stair clips combine functionality with aesthetic appeal, providing a beautiful solution for securing carpet runners.

fromArchDaily

8 months ago

Design

Paris Apartment / Wood/Marsh

The Paris Apartment masterfully blends historical architecture with modern design, showcasing art while respecting its heritage.

fromApartment Therapy

fromHomebuilding & Renovating

Renovation

I Wish Every Home Still Had This Extremely Practical Centuries-Old Feature

Victorian stair clips combine functionality with aesthetic appeal, providing a beautiful solution for securing carpet runners.

fromArchDaily

8 months ago

Design

Paris Apartment / Wood/Marsh

The Paris Apartment masterfully blends historical architecture with modern design, showcasing art while respecting its heritage.

more#interior-design

#cultural-heritage

Renovation

We take a look at the incredible renovation of this 14th-century castle owned by the Fiennes family

Broughton Castle exemplifies how historical estates can be preserved and modernized for contemporary use.

fromwww.npr.org

5 months ago

Arts

The Amazon's historic opera house

The Amazonas Theater serves as a cultural beacon in Manaus, showcasing opera amidst historical and economic shifts.

fromHomebuilding & Renovating

London food

Visit Holy Trinity Church Cookham

The Holy Trinity Church is a historical monument dating back over a thousand years, showcasing medieval architecture and artistry.

Renovation

We take a look at the incredible renovation of this 14th-century castle owned by the Fiennes family

Broughton Castle exemplifies how historical estates can be preserved and modernized for contemporary use.

fromwww.npr.org

5 months ago

Arts

The Amazon's historic opera house

The Amazonas Theater serves as a cultural beacon in Manaus, showcasing opera amidst historical and economic shifts.

London food

Visit Holy Trinity Church Cookham

The Holy Trinity Church is a historical monument dating back over a thousand years, showcasing medieval architecture and artistry.

more#cultural-heritage

London

London's Alleys: Western Mews, W9

The transformation of Maida Vale mews reflects a blend of historical charm and modern development, highlighting both opportunities and challenges in urban redevelopment.

fromApartment Therapy

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

This Small Houston Rental Is Best Described as a "Maximalist Playhouse"

Zach and Taylor's apartment reflects their unique maximalist style, blending playful design with personal touches in a historic building.