The Most Beautiful McDonald’s in the World is in Australia

This Art Deco Gem is now a McDonald's and is in Clifton Hill, Melbourne, Australia and "We’re Lovin’ It'   https://www.instagram.com/p/BlzvWXRjdVy/ The McDonald’s restaurant in Clifton Hill, Melbourne is quite possibly the most beautiful McDonald’s in the world. I'm not sure but perhaps we should have a poll? It's certainly better than the Maccas onContinue reading "The Most Beautiful McDonald’s in the World is in Australia"

Don’t live in Beautiful Art Deco Du Cane Court but want to see inside?

The wonders of technology and social media mean many of the residents of Du Cane Court have shared pictures of the inside of this stunning 1930's building on Balham High Road in South London. https://www.instagram.com/p/BduqySrFjQ6/?taken-at=538643648 From the wonders of the balustrades to the original art deco features. https://www.instagram.com/p/BlbaOBDgK5u/?taken-at=538643648 https://www.instagram.com/p/BdpkHWjAXSx/?taken-at=538643648 https://www.instagram.com/p/BlbYmX5gES6/?taken-at=538643648 https://www.instagram.com/p/BlOBSNmAboJ/?taken-at=538643648 https://www.instagram.com/p/BlbZJ8zAFsX/?taken-at=538643648 Even the utilitarianContinue reading "Don’t live in Beautiful Art Deco Du Cane Court but want to see inside?"

🍽️ A Glimpse into History: The Original Du Cane Court Restaurant 🍽️

Nestled within the iconic Du Cane Court building in Balham, London, the original Du Cane Court restaurant holds a special place in the history and culinary heritage of the area. With its elegant atmosphere, delectable cuisine, and warm hospitality, the restaurant became a beloved gathering spot for residents and visitors alike. The original Du CaneContinue reading "🍽️ A Glimpse into History: The Original Du Cane Court Restaurant 🍽️"

Du Cane Court paved the way for today’s build to rent

The recent wave of build to rent schemes, which boast modern interiors and luxury facilities, have hit the headlines as being innovative new developments. specification with interiors ahead of their time. Every apartment boasted its very own electric clock and radio and a resident manager lived on the premises in order to attend to theContinue reading "Du Cane Court paved the way for today’s build to rent"

Exploring Balham’s Hidden Gems: From Post Office to Cinemas, Discover the Unique Stops on This Fascinating Walk

London Postcode Walks apparently inspired by “the Ladies who Bus” who have travelled London one bus route at a time, and building on the work they have done to become a walking tour guide, this blog is about walking London one postcode at a time. There are over 100 London postcode districts so that shouldContinue reading "Exploring Balham’s Hidden Gems: From Post Office to Cinemas, Discover the Unique Stops on This Fascinating Walk"

Legends say that this Art Deco apartment building almost became Hitler’s British headquarters.

Atlas Obscura have written another article including the myth that Hitler wanted Du Cane Court as his UK HQ. Excerpt: Du Cane Court is a strikingly beautiful Art Deco apartment building in Balham, South London. It opened in 1937 with 676 apartments, making it one of the largest blocks of flats to be found anywhereContinue reading "Legends say that this Art Deco apartment building almost became Hitler’s British headquarters."