Shop Floor Collection

Carbodies factory, producing The London Taxi. The London Taxi Company was a taxi design and manufacturing company based in Coventry, England

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, first floor from front, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, first floor from front, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, cloak and suit, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, cloak and suit, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, carpet and drapery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, carpet and drapery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, north aisle, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, north aisle, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, first floor, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, first floor, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Interior, Wright Kay & Co. Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown. Interior, Wright Kay & Co
Interior, Wright Kay & Co. Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Miller Walker store, Augusta, Ga. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Miller Walker store, Augusta, Ga. between 1895 and 1910

Henstadt and Haardt, Austro-Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Henstadt and Haardt, Austro-Germany, between 1895 and 1910

S.C. Cocke drugs, Fort Wayne, Ind. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
S.C. Cocke drugs, Fort Wayne, Ind. between 1895 and 1910

W.B. Danforth drugs, Wilmington, Del. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
W.B. Danforth drugs, Wilmington, Del. between 1895 and 1910

Stephan Liesting liquor, Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Stephan Liesting liquor, Germany, between 1895 and 1910

D.R. Pollak and Son, Wien, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
D.R. Pollak and Son, Wien, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910

C. Schapski, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
C. Schapski, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910

Pinter Synla Liquors, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Pinter Synla Liquors, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910

Alez Kunz, Berne, Switzerland, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Alez Kunz, Berne, Switzerland, between 1895 and 1910

C. Lindenberg Hollieferont, fish store, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
C. Lindenberg Hollieferont, fish store, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910

Andrew Kan & Co. china store, Portland, Ore. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown. Andrew Kan & Co
Andrew Kan & Co. china store, Portland, Ore. between 1895 and 1910

Barrios Diamond Co. Detroit, Mich. between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Barrios Diamond Co. Detroit, Mich. between 1900 and 1905

Southern Mercantile Co. Pine Bluff, Ark. 1902. Creator: Unknown
Southern Mercantile Co. Pine Bluff, Ark. 1902

'The Walker Engineering Laboratories at Liverpool; The Wood-working Department, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Walker Engineering Laboratories at Liverpool; The Wood-working Department, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

'The Walker Engineering Laboratories at Liverpool; The Main Laboratory, with 100-ton Testing Machine in the Foreground, 1890. From "The Graphic

'The Walker Engineering Laboratories at Liverpool; The Main Laboratory (Looking Northwest), Showing the 150 H.P. Triple Expansion Experimental Steam Engine in the Background, 1890

'The Walker Engineering Laboratories at Liverpool; The Main Laboratory (Looking North-east), 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Walker Engineering Laboratories at Liverpool; The Main Laboratory (Looking North-east), 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Picture shows Biba Boutique in its 2nd home at 19-21 Kensington Church Street. London Kensington High Street area The shop assistants in their hoop mini dress uniforms

Components being manufactured for assemble at the Phillips Cycle factory in Birmingham 10th March 1953

Engineering Works
circa 1909: Men at work in busy factory shop-floor. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Tire recycling shredding machine
Israel, Tyrec LTD Tire recycling industries Rubber shredding machine

Tire recycling
Israel, Tyrec LTD Tire recycling industries

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Step into the vibrant world of the shop floor, where history and innovation collide. At the Carbodies factory, located in Coventry, England, skilled workers were busy producing The London Taxi - an iconic symbol of British transportation. The London Taxi Company was renowned for its reliable and stylish taxis that roamed the bustling streets of London. Meanwhile, across town at the Phillips Cycle factory in Birmingham, components were being meticulously manufactured to be assembled into high-quality bicycles. These bikes would soon hit the roads, providing a means of transport for many eager riders. But it wasn't just about production; fashion also took center stage on this captivating shop floor journey. Enter Biba Boutique's second home at 19-21 Kensington Church Street - a haven for style enthusiasts seeking unique and trendy clothing options. This picture-perfect boutique captured hearts with its chic designs and impeccable taste. As we delve deeper into this captivating narrative, we are reminded time and again of Carbodies' dedication to crafting The London Taxi - their relentless pursuit of excellence evident through repeated mentions. Their commitment to quality shines through every vehicle they produce. Likewise, Biba Boutique's allure is undeniable as we encounter multiple glimpses into its stunning interior at 19-21 Kensington Church Street. With each image capturing different angles and perspectives, one can only imagine how magical it must have been to step foot inside those hallowed walls. The shop floor becomes more than just a physical space; it transforms into a tapestry woven with threads of craftsmanship, creativity, and passion. It tells stories not only about manufacturing processes but also about cultural movements like fashion trends that shape society. So come along on this enchanting journey through time as we explore these remarkable spaces where dreams were built – whether it be within the humming halls of Carbodies or amidst the glamorous ambiance exuded by Biba Boutique.