Lost 1954 BBC Gay Script Revived for Stage Play
A shelved 1954 BBC script on homosexuality is now a stage play touring England for LGBT+ History Month, exposing historic prejudice and modern parallels.
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North London HMO transformed into spacious dream home
Discover how Purvi Harlalka and Jyothish George turned a neglected HMO into a stunning, light-filled family home with an exotic garden, featuring bespoke art and clever architectural design.
Traitors star: Church tried to 'cure' my homosexuality
Matthew Hyndman from BBC's The Traitors shares his traumatic experience with conversion therapy in Northern Ireland and his campaign to ban the practice across the UK. Read his powerful story.
Landlords fined £700k for illegal 'shoebox' flats
Two landlords have been ordered to pay £679,142 after illegally converting a family home into six cramped flats. Brent Council vows to crack down on rogue operators.
Ukrainians restore Kyiv's historic mansions during war
As Russian attacks intensify, Kyiv activists fight to save the city's crumbling art nouveau mansions from both bombs and developers. A story of cultural defiance.
9 Croydon areas proposed for special conservation status
Croydon Council is considering creating nine new conservation areas to protect local heritage. Residents are invited to have their say on the plans, which would bring extra planning controls.
63 new affordable flats approved for Lewisham police station
Lewisham councillors have unanimously approved plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 new affordable homes. The resident-led Phoenix Community Housing will deliver the 100% affordable scheme.
Ealing Council cracks down on HMO conversions
Ealing Council introduces stricter rules for landlords converting family homes into HMOs. New requirements include mandatory licensing and planning permission for all shared properties.
NSW Pattern Books Aim to Accelerate Apartment Building
New South Wales launches architect-designed pattern books for mid-rise apartments, aiming to deliver 112,000 homes faster while maintaining design quality and heritage appeal.
Winners of 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 New Zealand architecture awards, from church conversions to homes in wild landscapes. Explore the designs shaping the future.
63 New Flats for Former Catford Police Station
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
Vacant West London office to become 45-bed care home
A vacant 1980s office building in Hammersmith is set to be refurbished into a 45-bed care home after receiving unanimous planning approval. Read about the new facility for older people.
West London office converted into 159 new homes
A former office building in Brentford is being converted into 159 residential apartments, offering a creative solution to London's housing shortage while preserving local heritage.
Usha Vance on her Christian faith conversion
In a revealing interview, Usha Vance, wife of Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance, discusses her conversion to Christianity and how faith transformed their marriage and political outlook.
Victorian Asylum's Luxury Flat Transformation
Discover how a former Victorian asylum in Carshalton is being transformed into luxury apartments, blending historic architecture with modern living in this peaceful London suburb.
Islington Locals Battle Historic Pub Transformation
Residents voice strong opposition to proposed changes at The Lamb pub in Holloway, fearing loss of community space and increased anti-social behaviour in their neighbourhood.
West London loft transformation creates dream home
Discover how one West London homeowner saved thousands by converting her dusty attic into a stunning master suite instead of joining the competitive property market.
Architectural Models: Why Physical Still Beats Digital
Discover why physical architectural models remain indispensable in our digital age, as revealed by a groundbreaking London exhibition exploring their creative power and enduring relevance.
Christopher Mullan: Glass artist who transformed light dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of Christopher Mullan, the master glass artist whose innovative work illuminated cathedrals and public spaces worldwide.
Hounslow Council weighs housing policy shake-up
Hounslow Council is exploring controversial changes to permitted development rights that could allow commercial buildings to be converted into homes without full planning permission, sparking debate about housing solutions versus community safeguards.
Former West London Bank Converted into Luxury Flats
A historic former bank building in Ealing Broadway receives green light for conversion into 14 luxury apartments, blending heritage architecture with modern living.
Candy-Coloured Waterpark: Photography of Abandoned Leisure
Italian photographer Massimo Siragusa reveals the surreal decay of a once-vibrant waterpark in his latest exhibition, transforming leisure architecture into ghostly art.
California AG Scrutinises OpenAI's For-Profit Conversion
California's Attorney General launches scrutiny of OpenAI's governance shift as tech giant transitions from non-profit to capped-profit model, raising ethical concerns.
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