Planning Permission Denied for Two-Bedroom Home Due to Overdevelopment Concerns Saturday, January 10, 2026 planning overdevelopment housing worcester urban development sunlight parking council architecture Worcester City Council has refused planning permission for a two-bedroom detached house proposed alongside 24 Avon Road. The council described the development as an example of “overdevelopment,” stressing the … Read More
The Massive Birmingham Skyscrapers Set to Transform City Skyline Sunday, January 4, 2026 birmingham skyscrapers citycentre development architecture urbanplanning housing regeneration construction mixeduse Birmingham’s city centre is undergoing a remarkable transformation as towering new skyscrapers reshape its skyline. Notable developments like One Eastside and the Octagon have already become iconic fixtures, and now a fresh … Read More
A Glimpse of Birmingham in 1956 Thursday, January 1, 2026 birmingham 1956 westmidlands history photography urban transformation architecture postwar heritage The year 1956 captures a very different Birmingham from the bustling, modern city we know today. These vintage photographs offer a fascinating window into the streets, architecture, and daily life of the West Midlands over … Read More
How the West Midlands Looked in 1963 – When The Beatles First Visited Saturday, December 27, 2025 westmidlands 1963 thebeatles rotunda birmingham history music culture architecture heritage In 1963, the West Midlands was on the cusp of transformation, blending its rich industrial heritage with the burgeoning energy of the 1960s cultural wave. That year marked the first visit of The Beatles to the region, an … Read More
Photos from 1978 That Show How Birmingham Has Changed Friday, December 26, 2025 birmingham history 1978 westmidlands transformation urban photography landmarks architecture heritage Step back in time with these captivating photos from 1978 that reveal just how much Birmingham has evolved. From bustling city streets to iconic landmarks, these images capture a moment in the city’s history and … Read More
Birmingham's Hidden Brutalist Gems: Exploring the City's Overlooked Architectural Legacy Thursday, December 25, 2025 brutalism birmingham architecture concrete urban buildings design postwar heritage cityscape Birmingham is home to a remarkable collection of Brutalist architecture, reflecting an era when bold, raw concrete designs shaped the urban landscape. While some Brutalist buildings in the city are well-known landmarks, many … Read More