Renewed Hope for Birmingham’s Ornate Murdoch and Pitman Chambers Hotel Restoration Wednesday, April 15, 2026 birmingham heritage restoration corporationstreet pitmanchambers architecture artsandcrafts hotel conservation austerity As pedestrians approach the striking red brick and terracotta façade of the Victoria Law Courts on Corporation Street, they might notice a stark contrast between the street-level view and the grandeur above. While the ground … Read More
Inside Crown Place - The Luxurious New Landmark Shaping Birmingham's Skyline Monday, April 13, 2026 birmingham crownplace studentaccommodation skyline architecture amenities university lifestyle luxury housing Birmingham’s skyline has a stunning new addition, and we went inside to explore what makes it stand out. Crown Place Birmingham, situated on Lancaster Street, isn’t just the tallest student accommodation building in the … Read More
How Londoners Revived a Derelict Birmingham Venue with Heritage and Heart Thursday, April 9, 2026 heritage restoration restaurant birmingham victorian blacklock hospitality architecture renovation community Sitting by the window of the soon-to-open Blacklock Chophouse on Cathedral Square, I was treated to one of Birmingham’s most striking views while waiting to chat with restaurant owner Gordon Ker. For years, only the former … Read More
Rare Glimpse Inside West Midlands Pub Older Than the USA by 186 Years Sunday, April 5, 2026 pub westmidlands history heritage thebellinn historic architecture culture england landmark Step inside The Bell Inn, a remarkable pub in the West Midlands that predates the United States by 186 years. BlackCountryLive was granted exclusive access to this historic establishment, offering a unique look at a venue … Read More
Can You Identify This Iconic Birmingham Building? Sunday, March 29, 2026 birmingham architecture landmark building design history heritage city travel tourism How familiar are you with Birmingham’s architectural gems? It’s time to test your knowledge. In the video above, we take you on a visual tour of one of Birmingham’s most striking buildings. From its unique design to the … Read More
First Images Reveal Striking 21-Storey Student Living Tower to Transform Birmingham Skyline Thursday, March 26, 2026 birmingham studenthousing architecture glancynicholls landmarkproperties skyline development urbanplanning pbsa sustainability Birmingham is set to welcome a bold new architectural landmark with the approval of a 21-storey student accommodation tower at 120 Suffolk Street. The development, recommended for approval last week by Birmingham City … Read More