Whilst the original palace was given to Edward II in 1305 by the Bishop of Durham, and used as a royal residence from the 14th to the 16th century, Eltham Palace is better known now for it’s most recent owners part of the Courtauld textile family. In 1933, Stephen Courtauld and his wife Virginia CourtauldContinueContinue reading “Stunning Art Deco Interiors of Eltham Palace”
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Amazing Examples of Art Deco in South Beach Miami
It’s August and it’s hot so one can’t help but think of sunnier climes and beaches. Art Deco enclaves around the world like Miami Beach and South Beach and Fort Lauderdale mean if you are interested in Art Deco you can incorporate your love of architecture with a holiday. Now imagine if Du Cane CourtContinueContinue reading “Amazing Examples of Art Deco in South Beach Miami”
Beautiful Examples Of Art Deco In London
Okay so it’s not always about Du Cane Court. If you love DCC it’s likely you have a liking for other Art Deco gems around the world. Here are some great shots of Art Deco London. https://www.instagram.com/p/5SrnBBIjzq/ Bloomsbury in London https://www.instagram.com/p/Bd7i_JbBhlX/?tagged=artdecolondon Senate House in Bloomsbury London’s first sky scraper. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bl7ie0hF0MK/?tagged=artdecolondon London N1 https://www.instagram.com/p/BcMq0jEg2fP/?tagged=artdecolondon More below…ContinueContinue reading “Beautiful Examples Of Art Deco In London”
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 onContinueContinue 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 utilitarianContinueContinue reading “Don’t live in Beautiful Art Deco Du Cane Court but want to see inside?”
7 Amazing Facts About London’s Housing Estates
It’s said that the Du Cane Court is shaped like a swastika from above. It’s not. Check out this and six other amazing facts about London’s Housing Estates at Londonist. The article on Londonist.com titled “7 Amazing Facts About London’s Housing Estates” provides intriguing insights into the unique and often overlooked aspects of housing estatesContinueContinue reading “7 Amazing Facts About London’s Housing Estates”