View this post on Instagram This stunning art deco building in Belham is a hidden gem. Dating back to 1937 when it was built it still has all the stunning curves of the art deco period. A lovely place for a photoshoot. Beautiful jewelry and amazing scarves with the lovely model Chloe. Designers : @contessina.londonContinueContinue reading “Beautiful photo in reception of Du Cane Court”
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Porters in Balham do take amazing photos of DCC
View this post on Instagram Du Cane Court – Some lovely garden photos from my walk this morning of this iconic Art Deco Balham landmark #ducanecourt #artdeco #balham #sw17 #sw12 #gardens #estateagents A post shared by Porters Estate Agents (@portersbalham) on Apr 24, 2020 at 7:21am PDT
We adore The Modern House and their beautiful photos
View this post on Instagram The Golden Age of Glamour: a distinctive Art Deco apartment in Balham. Follow the link in our profile to view the sales listing. #themodernhouse #modernhouse #design #architecture #house #home #dreamhome #dreamhouse #architect #architecturelovers #archidaily #archdaily #architecture #archilovers #designinspiration #interiordesign #homedesign #ducanecourt #london #balham #artdeco #1930s #30s #artdecointeriors AContinueContinue reading “We adore The Modern House and their beautiful photos”
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Can someone explain the price difference?
How can one studio apartment of 12 sqm or 130 sqft Flat A04, Du Cane Court, Balham High Road, London, Greater London SW17 7JA sell in January for £475,000 that’s approx £3,653 / square foot When another just a month later of 25 sqm or 271 sqft Flat F07, Du Cane Court, Balham High Road,ContinueContinue reading “Can someone explain the price difference?”
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🏢 Unlocking the Mystery: How to Spell “Du Cane Court” 🏢
Have you ever come across the iconic residential building in Balham, London, known as Du Cane Court? If you’ve found yourself wondering about the correct spelling of its name, you’re not alone! Let’s put an end to the mystery and clarify the proper way to spell this architectural gem. The correct spelling is indeed “DuContinueContinue reading “🏢 Unlocking the Mystery: How to Spell “Du Cane Court” 🏢”
🚇 Remembering the Tragedy: The Balham Tube Station Disaster 🚇
On 14 October 1940 at 8.02pm a 1400 kilo semi armour piercing bomb penetrated 32 feet underground and exploded just above the cross passage between the two platforms in Balham station, while above ground a number 88 bus, travelling in blackout conditions, plunged into the crater created. The dramatic spectacle was newsworthy and pictures circulatedContinueContinue reading “🚇 Remembering the Tragedy: The Balham Tube Station Disaster 🚇”
Discover the Vibrant SW17 Postcode: Home to the Iconic Du Cane Court in Balham
Du Cane Court has a number of post codes although they are all in the Tooting SW17 postcode zone rather than the Balham SW12 post code as many people would expect. Du Cane Court is located in the SW17 postcode area rather than the SW12 postcode area due to its specific geographic location within London.ContinueContinue reading “Discover the Vibrant SW17 Postcode: Home to the Iconic Du Cane Court in Balham”
Did Hitler intend to set up his command headquarters in the south London suburb of Balham?
A Radio 4 documentary investigates the Hitler rumours, Steve Punt examines the rumours that Hitler was intending to set up his command headquarters in the south London suburb of Balham. Du Cane Court has suffered from these rumours for many years. There is no credible historical evidence to suggest that Adolf Hitler intended to setContinueContinue reading “Did Hitler intend to set up his command headquarters in the south London suburb of Balham?”
