Christian harrup
@charrup.bsky.social
Designer / architect / 🏳️🌈 live in Sydney 🇦🇺 Australia, from the UK 🇬🇧 love Canada 🇨🇦 Ukraine 🇺🇦 and Greenland 🇬🇱.
The Gypsy kings were massive 80’s early 90’s they only sang in Spanish, no one complained. Ever.
February 10, 2026 at 2:35 AM
The Gypsy kings were massive 80’s early 90’s they only sang in Spanish, no one complained. Ever.
This sounds a sensible approach. www.bdonline.co.uk/news/histori...
Historic buildings risk becoming uninhabitable without planning reform, report warns
Grosvenor calls for new planning rules allowing automatic consent for low-risk retrofit jobs on listed properties
www.bdonline.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 9:09 PM
This sounds a sensible approach. www.bdonline.co.uk/news/histori...
5000 complaints about the Liverpool St Station ' upgrade' surely the city should look at a better scheme that is not as damaging. Yes the station is in great need of improvement but not like this. www.bdonline.co.uk/news/record-...
Record response to Acme’s Liverpool Street overhaul as number of people opposing or supporting plan nears 5,000
Controversial scheme due to be heard by City's plannning committee tomorrow afternoon
www.bdonline.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 8:19 PM
5000 complaints about the Liverpool St Station ' upgrade' surely the city should look at a better scheme that is not as damaging. Yes the station is in great need of improvement but not like this. www.bdonline.co.uk/news/record-...
Look I’m not into bad bunny’s music. Sorry. But I get the message, the love inclusion and symbolism, he did good. It was lovely to see and right for the moment but I still think Prince was much better.. not apologising for that.
February 9, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Look I’m not into bad bunny’s music. Sorry. But I get the message, the love inclusion and symbolism, he did good. It was lovely to see and right for the moment but I still think Prince was much better.. not apologising for that.
Palestine protesters have every right to protest at Israel’s president who should not have been invited to Australia in the first place. @albomp www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
Standoff over site of rally against Israeli president as protest group prepares court challenge to NSW police powers
Palestine Action Group march planned from Sydney Town Hall to state parliament in breach of public assembly declaration
www.theguardian.com
February 8, 2026 at 7:05 AM
Palestine protesters have every right to protest at Israel’s president who should not have been invited to Australia in the first place. @albomp www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
The low level areas of Somerset were originally in the sea. This doesn’t make up for the nightmare of floods occurring yearly. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
‘Feels like a losing battle’: the fight against flooding in Somerset
Emergency pumps are deployed in attempt to stop water inundating homes around River Parrett
www.theguardian.com
February 8, 2026 at 2:40 AM
The low level areas of Somerset were originally in the sea. This doesn’t make up for the nightmare of floods occurring yearly. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
While sleepy old Bluesky just plods along I’ve had a rather curious amount of commentary about the RIBA presidents idea for a high speed rail linking major northern cities. Hasten to say I really should have mentioned the Beaufort's Dyke. Silly me I didn’t even write the article I just commented???
February 7, 2026 at 9:58 AM
While sleepy old Bluesky just plods along I’ve had a rather curious amount of commentary about the RIBA presidents idea for a high speed rail linking major northern cities. Hasten to say I really should have mentioned the Beaufort's Dyke. Silly me I didn’t even write the article I just commented???
The American voice over on the Olympic Winter Olympics ceremony makes we want to vomit. Like every marvel movie which I think that’s what they think this is. It’s the back story of Olympics so they understand what’s actually happening. Because using your brain is not compulsory.
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February 7, 2026 at 7:59 AM
The American voice over on the Olympic Winter Olympics ceremony makes we want to vomit. Like every marvel movie which I think that’s what they think this is. It’s the back story of Olympics so they understand what’s actually happening. Because using your brain is not compulsory.
I think the top of the building could be a little more elegant but it's good to see this iconic building hopefully coming back to life in Glasgow , Scotland after being derelict for decades. news.stv.tv/west-central...
Plans lodged to transform Glasgow's Egyptian Halls into new hotel and food market
The iconic building on the city's Union Street was built in 1872 and designed by architect Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson
news.stv.tv
February 7, 2026 at 1:11 AM
I think the top of the building could be a little more elegant but it's good to see this iconic building hopefully coming back to life in Glasgow , Scotland after being derelict for decades. news.stv.tv/west-central...
The northern estate was redesigned in 2018 by AHMM architects. This is I think is where the money is going for a decant? It makes the most sense and will house MP's in state of the art buildings that can be converted back to offices afterwards. www.ahmm.co.uk/projects/cul...
Richmond House / Allford Hall Monaghan Morris | AHMM
www.ahmm.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 8:25 PM
The northern estate was redesigned in 2018 by AHMM architects. This is I think is where the money is going for a decant? It makes the most sense and will house MP's in state of the art buildings that can be converted back to offices afterwards. www.ahmm.co.uk/projects/cul...
Just get on with it. A reminder the conservatives DID NOTHING but delay and delay. At least labour are moving forward. But why on earth will it take this long? A full decant makes the most sense but why would take 19 -24 years to complete?
www.bdonline.co.uk/news/board-o...
www.bdonline.co.uk/news/board-o...
Board overseeing Houses of Parliament restoration recommends £3bn package of works to start this year
Delivery partners to be appointed for first phase of work which will include building temporary accommodation for both Houses of Parliament
www.bdonline.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Just get on with it. A reminder the conservatives DID NOTHING but delay and delay. At least labour are moving forward. But why on earth will it take this long? A full decant makes the most sense but why would take 19 -24 years to complete?
www.bdonline.co.uk/news/board-o...
www.bdonline.co.uk/news/board-o...
Looks like an interesting start to the emerging town around the new Sydney Airport west of Sydney.
Ironically the buildings are at an appropriate human scale because it's next to an airport. Not a large tower to be seen, this is good! architectureau.com/articles/Des...
Ironically the buildings are at an appropriate human scale because it's next to an airport. Not a large tower to be seen, this is good! architectureau.com/articles/Des...
Designs revealed for major precinct in Sydney's Bradfield City Centre
The masterplan includes a mix of housing alongside a hotel, and commercial, retail and community spaces, all situated within close proximity to the new Bradfield Metro Station and the new two-hectare ...
architectureau.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Looks like an interesting start to the emerging town around the new Sydney Airport west of Sydney.
Ironically the buildings are at an appropriate human scale because it's next to an airport. Not a large tower to be seen, this is good! architectureau.com/articles/Des...
Ironically the buildings are at an appropriate human scale because it's next to an airport. Not a large tower to be seen, this is good! architectureau.com/articles/Des...
What about Farage being a Russian asset? The bbc conveniently forgetting that? Get rid of the rot in the bbc.
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
Met Police reviewing misconduct allegations after files suggest Mandelson sent government information to Epstein
Documents released as part of the Epstein files suggest that Lord Mandelson forwarded internal emails when he was business secretary in 2009. He has been approached for comment.
www.bbc.com
February 2, 2026 at 10:12 PM
What about Farage being a Russian asset? The bbc conveniently forgetting that? Get rid of the rot in the bbc.
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
Unfortunately the CIty and Network Rail are ignoring opposition to Liverpool Street Station. It is recommended for approval.
democracy.cityoflondon.gov.uk/documents/b8...
democracy.cityoflondon.gov.uk/documents/b8...
democracy.cityoflondon.gov.uk
February 2, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Unfortunately the CIty and Network Rail are ignoring opposition to Liverpool Street Station. It is recommended for approval.
democracy.cityoflondon.gov.uk/documents/b8...
democracy.cityoflondon.gov.uk/documents/b8...
Bad Bunny. Much respect
February 2, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Bad Bunny. Much respect
The Annual GoodWoof Barkitecture kennel design contest shortlist. This years theme 'dogs in space' www.goodwood.com/goodwoof/lat...
The 2026 Barkitecture Shortlist
www.goodwood.com
February 1, 2026 at 10:34 PM
The Annual GoodWoof Barkitecture kennel design contest shortlist. This years theme 'dogs in space' www.goodwood.com/goodwoof/lat...
Watched the take that documentary last night. Hmm look it’s fine if you like them, it’s not horrible but I really hate their music.
February 1, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Watched the take that documentary last night. Hmm look it’s fine if you like them, it’s not horrible but I really hate their music.
Incredible march in sydney just now against the Iran regime.
February 1, 2026 at 7:56 AM
Incredible march in sydney just now against the Iran regime.
It’s seems the rights obsession with demonising minorities has backfired. These minorities are not in the Epstein files the people pushing hatred are. That’s you TRUMP, the GOP and every Republican and billionaire that stands by this. You’re the problem and always were.
February 1, 2026 at 1:22 AM
It’s seems the rights obsession with demonising minorities has backfired. These minorities are not in the Epstein files the people pushing hatred are. That’s you TRUMP, the GOP and every Republican and billionaire that stands by this. You’re the problem and always were.
I’m thinking what they did to Mussolini in Italy would be fitting right now.
February 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM
I’m thinking what they did to Mussolini in Italy would be fitting right now.
Nice scheme near Kings Cross get's green light. www.building.co.uk/news/500m-ki...
£500m King’s Cross scheme gets green light from Camden planners
Mixed-use plans include more than 400 homes and a 31-storey tower
www.building.co.uk
January 31, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Nice scheme near Kings Cross get's green light. www.building.co.uk/news/500m-ki...
So so sad about Catherine O'Hara. Her role in Beetlejuice among many was how I was introduced to her. But Catherine is remembered for many other incredible productions. A great Comedic Actress of epic proportions, gone too soon.
January 31, 2026 at 6:53 AM
So so sad about Catherine O'Hara. Her role in Beetlejuice among many was how I was introduced to her. But Catherine is remembered for many other incredible productions. A great Comedic Actress of epic proportions, gone too soon.
Have to say I love Newcastle NSW. A small city in transition. Lovely old town beautiful beach. Interesting new areas and an amazing industrial past still present . It’s committed to change but seems to be doing the right thing. But there is a problem. Retail is non existent.
January 30, 2026 at 9:44 AM
Have to say I love Newcastle NSW. A small city in transition. Lovely old town beautiful beach. Interesting new areas and an amazing industrial past still present . It’s committed to change but seems to be doing the right thing. But there is a problem. Retail is non existent.
Problem is in a normal European country they would not place an office building ontop of the station to justify its upgrade. This was the flaw from the start. John mcaslans sceme is so much better though. www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/archite...
Architects clash over Liverpool Street station plans
Network Rail’s architect, Friedrich Ludewig of ACME, and John McAslan have clashed over controversial proposals for London’s Liverpool Street station
www.architectsjournal.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Problem is in a normal European country they would not place an office building ontop of the station to justify its upgrade. This was the flaw from the start. John mcaslans sceme is so much better though. www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/archite...
I’m sure it’s lovely inside which is essentially the main purpose of buildings but it’s done nothing notable to the river frontage. More so it’s a black lump with some expressed white concrete slabs. It neither contributes or improves this part of the Southbank visually which is a pity.
BDG Architecture + Design has completed the retrofit of the former Financial Times HQ into a new campus for its parent company WPP.
BDG transforms former FT HQ into campus for marketing giant WPP
BDG transforms former FT HQ into campus for marketing giant WPP
www.architectsjournal.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 10:28 AM
I’m sure it’s lovely inside which is essentially the main purpose of buildings but it’s done nothing notable to the river frontage. More so it’s a black lump with some expressed white concrete slabs. It neither contributes or improves this part of the Southbank visually which is a pity.