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Dudley Time Portal

Cheap modern infill - 210731 1403 Identity.jpg
Cheap modern infill
Added to Archive Thursday 21 October 2021
Experienced Saturday 31 July 2021
Last Updated Tuesday 25 November 2025
Location 52.50898104241136, -2.0858531382111285
Season Summer
Type Text Drawing
Weather Cloudy
Themes Identity Architecture New Aesthetic
What was/is/if What is
More tagged with theme Aesthetic
Illuminated moon sign. Square coloured windows (Art Deco Aesthetic?) - 211110 1730 Aesthetic 2.png
Nature thriving through the cracks - 210730 1100.JPG
The second Stepping Stone project focused on the representation of colour and revitalising frontages. During our group discussions, we recognised the negligence of existing colour on Dudley High Street. Colour is a key element we believe can bring a sense of brightness into the High Street, and an element that should be of focus when revitalising the frontages. In this example, we have approached the frontage for the community kitchen we envision. The visual showcases a Community Kitchen in which different herbs and spices can be grown. These can then be used to cook the many dishes respective to the different cultures existing on the High Street. Each frontage can respond to the different uses of the buildings to promote individuality across the street. - 1_pm9_qBkIxwst2IcGMPeT4A.png
There is a clear presence representing Dudley with the bold red ‘Bostin’ sign at ground level. Chosen for its cantilever first and the second floor, this building could be adapted to have an external space. Also, there is a slight ‘hotel Fouquet barrière’ about the facade as its bricked-up windows represent change over time. - Ryan Cooksey Building 3 Photo.png
Building Deterioration There was a familiar aesthetic regarding the buildings during the initial site visit to Dudley High Street. However, a large proportion of the façades that look onto the street have noticeable damage, graffiti or structural issues. With that said, these images (right) are an insight into some of the damage. If the local authorities saw the high street as a priority, then damages and aesthetics would have been resolved and fixed. However, as there are multiple damages, this assumes that this high street is not one authority wish to preserve. That said, this opens an opportunity. Instead of being a conservationist and repairing these buildings to their former glory, why not make them a statement piece within the high street. Possibly by placing a blanket ban on all of the current materials seen on the street. Instead, any repairs must be in Zero carbon / Carbon negative materials. This could then become an educational street with great architectural character. Both combined may increase the high streets footfall. The first step would be to highlight any listed buildings or monuments within the high street. - Ryan Cooksey Building Deterioration.png
More tagged with theme Identity
TOO MUCH TRAFFIC! But the street must have vitality without it - 210731 1403 Identity.jpg
Ryan is the owner of Slick Barbers he was born and grew up in Dudley and has been a long standing black business owner on Dudley High Street. He opened his shop when he was in his late teens and continues to be a role model in Dudley's Black community. - 2021-07-31 Do Fest 2 (Edited)-12.jpg
Some good 18 + 19C facades but in poor condition - 210731 1403 Identity.jpg
Cast iron railings good survival - 210731 1403 Identity.jpg
Roller shutters - 210731 1403 Identity.jpg
More tagged with type Text
Waste of space? Building in decay. Timber, signage, falling apart. - 211007 1500 Waste 3.png
MORE WASTE SPACE - waste building materials, timber, pallets, carpets, furniture, glass - 211007 1500 Waste 5.png
Time waits for nothing... eco-system / interconnectedness / sonification / patterns / systems / vocalisation / chance / cause & effect - 211110 1730 Decay.png
Flap (gentle) of covers on crowd barriers - 210715 1600 Speeds.png
Top Church spire focal point - 210731 1403 Identity.jpg