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Brutalism for Beginners

Experience London’s brutalist architecture and social history Read More

Posted onJune 6, 2018February 3, 2020CategoriesGuided London WalksTagsarchitecture, Brutalism, concrete, council estate, London2 Comments

Holding the fort : A peek inside a British GHQ Line pillbox in Somerset

A peek inside a British GHQ Line pillbox in Somerset Read More

Posted onSeptember 17, 2017February 14, 2019CategoriesAbandonedTagsAbandoned, architecture, concrete, pillbox, war, ww2Leave a comment

Barbican Reflections

A celebration of London’s revered brutalist masterpiece through reflections on its blue water pools             All images © explorabilia

Posted onAugust 23, 2017July 30, 2018CategoriesBeaux Arts, the Eye of the BeholderTags#barbican, barbican estate, concrete, photography, reflectionsLeave a comment

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  •   I like Brutalism architecture more, thanks to Evan ! His passion for that type of architecture was catching, and he was very knowledgable. I learned a lot on this tour, and I particularly recommend it for people who know little/or dislike modern architecture because Evan may make you a fan.

    thumb Vanessa
    11/30/2019

  •   My 12-year-old son picked this experience because he wants to be an architect. I wondered if he'd be able to follow, but it was wonderful and now, days later, he is still talking about it. My son and I both had a great time and we learned so... read more

    thumb Maundy
    3/30/2019

  •   Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in architecture or urban planning! Evan's tour was extremely well organized and very informative. I'm going to see these iconic buildings in a whole new light.

    thumb Sara
    7/20/2019

  •   Evan is an enthusiastic expert of Brutalist architecture. He’s a rare bird. This tour was comprehensive and covered many buildings around town. It was exciting to come up to a building and have it slowly reveal itself, and Evan is there with the history and background. Of course the jewel... read more

    thumb Sandee
    12/14/2019

  •   Evan is very passionate about architecture. He sees the world through this spectrum and it is indeed a refreshing one. He is knowledgeable and very personable. This is my first time being exposed to London Brutalism and I believe it's great way to open that door to London for architecture... read more

    thumb Michael
    9/21/2019

  •   Awesome experience! Highly recommend

    thumb Elizabeth
    6/23/2019

  •   Evan's tour is truly great if you're a fan of history. His ability to provide context and perspective of English history surrounding brutalism architecture is intriguing and well thought out. I'm an art history graduate and found Evan's information and perspective to be well thought out. Evan is engaging and... read more

    thumb Anthony
    3/05/2019

  •   We were extremely impressed with Evan’s knowledge and enthusiasm for Brutalism, architecture, and London’s history in general. Although a ton of walking, we were blown away by the amount of Brutalism in the city that we would never have seen without this tour. Evan is very charming, eager... read more

    thumb Leah
    6/24/2019

  •   I had a great time on this walk! Evan was knowledgeable, approachable, and organized. I know very, very little about architecture but I learned a lot and came to appreciate Brutalist buildings for both their appearance and their social significance. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to... read more

    thumb Savannah
    6/08/2019

  •   Evan was a great host because you can tell he researched and appreciates the Brutalist aesthetics and concepts as well as being a friendly and welcoming host.

    thumb Lawrence
    11/30/2019

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