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Heygate Estate 27535_006
Filename: 27535_006.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (6.2MB)
Date: 29th September 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Heygate Estate 27535_006
Heygate Estate, Heygate Street, Elephant & Castle, London. Designed by Tim Tinker in a neo-brutalist style, the estate was completed in 1974. Photographed here in September 2012, the estate is now undergoing redevelopment
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Media ID 12340304
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the essence of the iconic Heygate Estate, located on Heygate Street in Elephant & Castle, London. Designed by the renowned architect Tim Tinker in a neo-brutalist style, this architectural marvel was completed back in 1974. Damian Grady's lens skillfully freezes a moment in time, presenting us with an intriguing snapshot taken during September 2012.
The image showcases the estate's imposing presence and its unique brutalist features that have made it an emblematic landmark of London's urban landscape. The geometric shapes and raw concrete facades are beautifully highlighted from above, emphasizing their grandeur against the backdrop of surrounding buildings.
However, as history moves forward relentlessly, so does architecture evolve. This once-thriving community is now undergoing redevelopment—a transformation that will reshape its identity while preserving its historical significance. While we admire this remarkable print today for its aesthetic appeal and cultural value, it also serves as a poignant reminder of how our cities constantly adapt to meet new challenges and demands.
Damian Grady's photographic expertise allows us to appreciate both the beauty and transience captured within this frame—an exquisite blend of artistry and documentation that Historic England cherishes dearly. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image suspended between past and future aspirations, let us reflect on the ever-changing nature of our built environment—always evolving yet forever rooted in history.
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