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New Street Signal Box BB95_13681
Filename: bb95_13681.jpg
Size: 4906 x 3845 (11.4MB)
Date: 15th October 2015
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Staff photographer
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New Street Signal Box BB95_13681
New Street Signal Box, Birmingham. South east elevation from south east. Photographed in August 1995
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Architecture Brutalist Style Concrete Listed Grade Ii Post War
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1. Title: New Street Signal Box, Birmingham - A Brutalist Icon of Post-War Architecture New Street Signal Box, located in Birmingham, is a remarkable example of Brutalist architecture, captured in this evocative photograph taken by James O. Davies in August 1995. Listed as a Grade II heritage asset by Historic England, this concrete structure stands as a testament to the post-war modernist movement in British architecture. The south east elevation of the New Street Signal Box, as depicted in the image, showcases the raw, textured beauty of its concrete exterior. The brutalist style, characterized by its unadorned, exposed structural elements, is on full display here. The geometric shapes and clean lines of the building are accentuated by the play of light and shadow, creating an intriguing interplay between the solid and the ethereal. Brutalist architecture emerged in the aftermath of World War II as a response to the need for functional, durable, and economical structures. The New Street Signal Box, completed in 1969, is a prime example of this architectural movement in the UK. Its raw, uncompromising design was once a subject of controversy, but today, it is celebrated as an important part of Birmingham's architectural heritage. The concrete used in the construction of the signal box has weathered gracefully over the decades, developing a rich patina that adds to its visual appeal. The rough, textured surface, which gave the Brutalist movement its name, is now a cherished characteristic of this iconic building. This photograph by James O. Davies offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the enduring allure of the New Street Signal Box as a symbol of post-war architectural innovation and the raw, unyielding beauty of concrete.
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