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Heinz South Building DP158108
Filename: DP158108.jpg
Size: 2832 x 4256 (8.8MB)
Date: 30th July 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Staff Photographer
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Heinz South Building DP158108
Heinz, South Building, Hayes Park, Hayes, Hillingdon. 1965 by Gordon Bunshaft. General view of South Building (administrative headquarters)
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Media ID 11357950
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Architecture Brutalist Style Concrete Listed Grade Ii* Post War
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1. Title: A Brutalist Icon: The Heinz South Building at Hayes Park, Hillingdon (1965) 2.. This evocative photograph captures the majestic presence of the Heinz South Building, an architectural masterpiece located in Hayes Park, Hillingdon. Designed by the esteemed American architect Gordon Bunshaft in 1965, this iconic structure serves as the administrative headquarters of an undisclosed organization, embodying the raw power and elegance of Brutalist architecture. Listed as a Grade II* building by Historic England, the Heinz South Building is a testament to post-war architectural innovation. Its imposing concrete facade, characterized by its repetitive, unadorned texture, is a stark contrast to the natural beauty of its surroundings. The building's brutalist style, with its emphasis on raw materials and uncompromising geometric forms, challenges traditional notions of architectural aesthetics. The South Building's design is a thoughtful response to its environment, with its elongated form following the contours of the landscape. The building's large expanses of glass windows not only allow ample natural light to penetrate its interior but also create a dynamic interplay between the structure and the natural world. This photograph, taken by James O. Davies for Historic England, offers a unique perspective of the Heinz South Building, inviting viewers to appreciate its raw beauty and the enduring influence of Brutalist architecture on contemporary design. The building's timeless elegance serves as a reminder of the transformative power of architectural vision and the enduring impact of post-war design on our urban landscapes.
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