Jewellery Quarter factory conversion named in RIBA shortlist

Jewellery Quarter factory conversion named in RIBA shortlist

The Compound has been shortlisted for a RIBA prize A former Jewellery Quarter factory converted into a creative space used for films and events has been shortlisted in a prestigious architecture prize. The Compound once housed a textile factory but underwent a major regeneration and now counts singer Ed […] Click here to view original…

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Council planners raise glass to Davenports’ Big Peg plans

Council planners raise glass to Davenports’ Big Peg plans

Plans by historic brewer Davenports to launch its first new bar in Birmingham for decades have been given the green light by the city council. The company lodged proposals to transform a unit at the former police station on Warstone Lane, known as The Big Peg, in December. It […] Click here to view original…

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The Justified Sinner: Normal Service

After a four-week hiatus to let me relax and take some time to regain my strength and focus, I am back at work again. The holiday itself was uneventful, taking in the Jewellery Quarter Open Studios at the beginning which led to ordering a new lamp from Zoe and Steve at the Dual Works   Click…

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So here’s what’s happening when Two Cats closes

So here’s what’s happening when Two Cats closes

The buzzing Jewellery Quarter is set to get a new restaurant in the space occupied by Two Cats. Two Cats’ chef-patron Niki Astley announced in July that he was closing the much-praised restaurant because of volatile trading conditions. He is handing over the running of the space in an […] Click here to view original…

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So here’s what’s happening when Two Cats closes

So here’s what’s happening when Two Cats closes

The buzzing Jewellery Quarter is set to get a new restaurant in the space occupied by Two Cats. Two Cats’ chef-patron Niki Astley announced in July that he was closing the much-praised restaurant because of volatile trading conditions. He is handing over the running of the space in an […] Click here to view original…

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Burning Soul Brewing Ltd

Burning Soul Brewing Ltd

Chris Small tells Mark at The Hockley Flyer “The name comes from us having the burning passion to open our own brewery and try to make the best beers we can (it’s been something we’ve wanted to do for the past five years). The company in its entirely consist […] Click here to view original…

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Friday Photo: Sovereign Hall, Frederick Street, JQ.

Friday Photo: Sovereign Hall, Frederick Street, JQ.

Today’s Friday photo is Sovereign Hall on Frederick Street in the Jewellery Quarter. With its white stucco frontage adjorned with Italianate decoratation, this building has always stood out to me as I pass by on my daily commute. My favourite feature is the bearded gentleman keystones! It was built […] Click here to view original…

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Newhall Square Development – Closer to Sign Off

Newhall Square Development – Closer to Sign Off

Charlotte Street (Image: Associated Architects) Proposals to construct 220 high-end apartments in Newhall Square could get the go-ahead on Thursday 31st August, subject to a funding agreement between the developer, Spitfire Bespoke Homes (SBH) and the city council. SBH, the residential arm of IM Properties, previously applied for planning […] Click here to view original…

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