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Fawley Power Station DP221569
Fawley Power Station, Western Road, Fawley, New Forest, Hampshire. General view of the power stations control room from the east. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 23793145
Filename: DP221569.jpg
Size: 8240 x 6172 (9.8MB)
Date: 23rd September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Jam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Staff Photographer
1970s Architecture Power Power Station Space Age
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Step into the futuristic world of Fawley Power Station, captured in this stunning photograph by James O. Davies in the 1970s. Located on Western Road in Fawley, Hampshire, within the breathtaking New Forest, this power station stands as a testament to the space age architecture of the era. The control room, featured in this image, is a symphony of modern design and technological innovation. The room's sleek, curved walls and minimalist aesthetic reflect the optimistic spirit of the 1970s, a time when the future seemed limitless. The control panels, adorned with dials, switches, and levers, suggest the power and control that the station wielded over its surroundings. The photograph's warm, golden tones add a sense of nostalgia and wonder, transporting us back to a time when the promise of progress was palpable. The power station's towering chimneys, visible through the large windows, serve as a reminder of the immense energy that was being generated within. Fawley Power Station was not just a source of electricity, but a symbol of human ingenuity and ambition. It represented the ability to harness the raw power of nature and transform it into something useful and essential for modern life. This photograph captures the essence of that power and the spirit of the age, making it a vital addition to our historical record." Historic England, in its commitment to preserving and celebrating England's rich architectural heritage, recognizes the significance of this image and the story it tells. The Fawley Power Station, with its unique blend of space age design and industrial might, is a testament to the past and a reminder of the continuing importance of innovation and progress.
