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Smethwick JLP01_08_077777
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Smethwick JLP01_08_077777
Smethwick, Sandwell, West Midlands. A view over a housing estate, consisting of low rise Easiform flats and high rise Sectra flats, in the Soho Way/Oakfield Road area of Smethwick.
These flats were built by Laings Birmingham Region for Warley Borough Council. This housing scheme consisted of two tower blocks of Sectra flats and six blocks of Easiform maisonettes
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1960s Flats Housing Multi Storey Tower Block Urban Landscape Housing Development
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This print captures a panoramic view of the Smethwick housing estate in Sandwell, West Midlands. The urban landscape is dominated by two contrasting types of flats - low rise Easiform flats and high rise Sectra flats. These residential buildings were constructed by Laings Birmingham Region for Warley Borough Council as part of an ambitious housing scheme. The image showcases the architectural diversity within the estate, with six blocks of Easiform maisonettes complementing the imposing tower blocks of Sectra flats. This snapshot from the 1960s provides a glimpse into the era's industrialized housing developments and their impact on urban landscapes. The composition highlights both the scale and design elements that make this housing development unique. The juxtaposition between low-rise and high-rise structures creates an intriguing visual contrast against a backdrop of bustling streets. Historic England Archive has beautifully preserved this piece of history, allowing us to appreciate not only its aesthetic qualities but also its historical significance. It serves as a reminder of how architecture can shape communities and provide homes for generations to come.
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