#edwin lutyens

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Carolyn Brady (American, 1937-2005), Jekyll and Lutyens at Hestercombe/Somerset. Watercolor on paper, 74 × 51 1/2 in.

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Social housing Page Street, Edwin Lutyens, 1928-30, London, UK

2/2024

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Chandeliers designed by Edwin Lutyens for the nursery of the Viceroy’s house in New Delhi, 1931

Collection of Royal Institute of British Architects 

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A little bit of indefatigable punk spirit from the 80’s on St John Street, by the architects Munkenbeck & Marshall I think. Good one Alfred. Looks beautiful in the rain!

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#OTD in 2001 – The pedestrian Ha’penny Bridge across Dublin’s River Liffey is reopened after a multimillion pound restoration.

Dubliners have been crossing the Ha’Penny Bridge free of charge for over a century now, but they have a long memory. Although it was first named in honour of the Duke of Wellington and later rechristened Liffey Bridge, one of the city’s favourite postcard images turned 205 this year still known universally by the name that trumped the others: Ha’penny Bridge. A ha’penny was the toll – each way –…

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Lady Jekyll e i suoi giardini

Gertrude Jekyll è stata una orticoltrice, progettista di giardini, scrittrice e artista britannica. È considerata una delle figure più influenti nella storia del giardinaggio, avendo creato oltre 400 giardini nel Regno Unito, in Europa e in America. Ha scritto anche oltre 1.000 articoli e 15 libri sul giardinaggio, e ha collaborato con l’architetto Edwin Lutyens su molti progetti. Nel 1897…

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Page Street Housing, Sir Edwin Lutyens, Westminster 1928 ..

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Visited Hestercombe Gardens. This place is absolutely amazing. I highly recommend a visit. Formal gardens were designed by Gertrude Jekyll and Sir Edwin Lutyens. Absolutely gorgeous 😍.

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THE STONE OF REMEMBRANCE

The sunken Garden of Remembrance surrounds a Stone of Remembrance of Irish granite symbolising an altar, which weighs seven and a half tons

GARDEN OF REMEMBRANCE IN ISLANDBRIDGE The sunken Garden of Remembrance surrounds a Stone of Remembrance of Irish granite symbolising an altar, which weighs seven and a half tons. The dimensions of this are identical to First World War memorials found throughout the world. During the construction phase in order to provide as much work as possible the use of mechanical equipment was restricted,…

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Edwin Lutyens: Architect Laureate :: Roderick Gradidge

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Lodge, Abbey House, Barrow-in-Furness, Lancashire: Edwin Lutyens.

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Members of the Royal Family in front of a Windsor memorial to King George V. The new King unveiled the outdoor memorial (the work of Sir Edwin Lutyens) and made his first public speech since his accession. // April 23, 1937

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Queen Mary's dolls' house

The idea for building the doll's house came from the Queen's cousin, Princess Marie Louise, who discussed her idea with one of the top architects of the time, Sir Edwin Lutyens, at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition of 1921. Sir Edwin agreed to construct the dollhouse and began preparations. It was created as a gift to Queen Mary from the people, and to serve as a historical document on how a royal family might have lived during that period in England. Today Queen Mary's dolls' house is exposed in Windsor Castle, UK.

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Global Ruins: The Emotional Response to Creation and Destruction in Architecture

Arata Isozaki’s work underscores a profound global issue: the emotional response to creation and destruction in architecture. Isozaki, deeply affected by the devastation of Japanese cities during World War II, developed a unique aesthetic that blends ruin and renewal, encapsulated in projects like "Re-ruined Hiroshima." This concept has significant global resonance as it taps into the universal human experience of loss, reconstruction, and the emotional complexities tied to these processes.

Today, the themes Isozaki explored are increasingly relevant. The persistent threats of conflict, natural disasters, and the uncertainties of modern capitalism have created a widespread sense of instability. These challenges evoke strong emotional responses as they impact how we build, inhabit, and perceive our environments. The reconstruction efforts following conflicts in places like Ukraine and Palestine, and the ongoing recovery from natural disasters, echo the dilemmas Isozaki grappled with in his work.

Isozaki's assertion that "the city of the future lies in ruins" is a poignant reflection on the cyclical nature of destruction and creation. This idea resonates globally as cities worldwide face the need to rebuild amidst ongoing socio-political and environmental upheavals. The emotional response to creation, therefore, is not just an architectural concern but a human one, affecting all who engage with the built environment, from architects and planners to residents and policymakers.

In essence, Isozaki's work invites a global audience to consider how emotional responses to the built environment can shape our collective future. It emphasizes the need for resilient, reflective approaches to architecture that acknowledge and integrate the emotional and historical contexts of creation and destruction. This perspective is crucial for developing sustainable and meaningful urban spaces in an ever-changing world.

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Colour postcard of the Cenotaph in Whitehall, just completed, 1920, designed by Edwin Lutyens.

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Poet Scarlett Sabet looking absolutely stunning in a Suzannah London dress.

The dress is called Cleo, see video, but in a full length version here

She wore this to the UK Ambassador's residence in Washington DC on September 19, 2024. (The residence was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens who also designed Jimmy Page's country home.)

The Ambassador honored Jimmy Page for his contribution to music and his philanthropic efforts in Brazil.

Poet Scarlett looked like a doll! Jimmy Page must pinch himself.

Photos, Video: Scarlett Z Sabet Instagram, Suzannah London