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Edwardian House

Georgian & Regency Houses Explained

A Georgian or Regency house conjures up a distinct and much admired image. Elegance,refin...

British Railway Architecture and Heritage

The majestic architecture of early railway buildings reflected the pride of the railwayco...

Victorian Pumping Stations

Victorian pumping stations are colourful cathedrals of utility. Their imposing and striking exter...

Gothic Revival Architecture

From the Houses of Parliament to the Midland Hotel at St Pancras and Strawberry Hill House, Gothi...

Arts & Crafts House Styles

The Arts & Crafts movement began as an instinctive reaction to the new Industrial Age. Seeking a ...

British Interior House Styles

Here is a compact and easy reference guide, filled with original drawings and diagrams in full co...

Victorian Gothic House Styles

Gothic is a potent word. For many people it conjures up images of dark, atmospheric castles, ruin...

Abbeys Monasteries and Priories Explained

Abbeys of the middle ages remain some of the most wonderful of religious buildings. They were bui...

Victorian House Explained

The Victorian house comes in all shapes, sizes and materials. The legacy of this hugely influenti...

Tudor Houses Explained

The Tudor period was dominated by King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. The houses still standin...

British Architectural Styles