{"product_id":"alexandra-and-ainsworth-estate-london-miniature-concrete-model","title":"Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate, London","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"334\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"284\"\u003eAlexandra and Ainsworth Estate, London – Miniature Concrete Model 059\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eHand-cast in fine concrete. Shaped by memory.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eSome places imprint themselves onto you.\u003cbr data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eThe Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate is one of them. With its long terraces, rhythmic shadows, and bold geometry, it stands as a rare example of architecture that changes how we experience space, light, and community. Designed by Neave Brown and completed in 1978, it remains a landmark of socially driven design and human-scale modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eI waited years before making this model. Not out of reluctance—but out of respect.\u003cbr data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eCapturing the stepped rhythm, the subtle shifts in form, the softness behind the structure—all of it took time. I went through countless iterations until the scale and clarity felt right. Now it’s ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eA small piece of the whole. A concrete reminder of a building that means something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e• Solid cast concrete, individually hand-poured\u003cbr\u003e• 10cm long, 5cm wide, 2.5cm high\u003cbr data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e• Laser-etched cork base with building name\u003cbr data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e• Comes gift-boxed\u003cspan\u003e for the perfect concrete gift\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Designed, modelled, and finished in the UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eMade to feel personal, even if you’ve only passed by the building once, or as a gift for someone who sees what others might overlook.\u003cbr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eWhether it’s a connection to London, to Brutalism, or simply to beautiful design, this piece is made to hold that feeling. It works as a unique centrepiece on a shelf or desk. As a reminder that architecture is more than a background—it's part of who we are.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e15% off when you order two or more models\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eEU customers: please order via my \u003ca title=\"Alexandra Road Estate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/listing\/4312573171\/alexandra-and-ainsworth-estate-miniature\"\u003eEtsy shop\u003c\/a\u003e due to customs regulations\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eBuilding Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camden, London, UK\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eArchitect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neave Brown\u003cbr data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eCompleted:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003cbr data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade II* listed, residential\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eBrief Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eThe Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate, often referred to as Rowley Way, is a landmark in British housing. Designed to follow the curve of the railway line it borders, the estate’s terraces maximise sunlight, privacy, and community interaction. Its bold design and social vision have earned it lasting admiration and a rare Grade II* listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL EU ORDERS \u003c\/strong\u003eprocessed through our Etsy Store\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Alexandra Road Estate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/listing\/4312573171\/alexandra-and-ainsworth-estate-miniature\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur concrete sculptures are individually hand cast in solid concrete. This means that each piece will have distinctive markings and minor blemishes due to air bubbles in the concrete. This is a natural part of the material and will mean that no two pieces are ever exactly the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe aim to make and ship your artwork within 30 days.  If you require your order by a specific date before this please let us know. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpress shipping options at checkout for additional costs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spaceplay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55147576820088,"sku":"MINI_059","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/2867\/4157\/files\/59-Alexandraand_AinsworthEstate-brutalist-concrete-model-london_bf313c9f-e8fe-4bd6-add5-78f608699b3d.webp?v=1780945891","url":"https:\/\/space-play.co.uk\/products\/alexandra-and-ainsworth-estate-london-miniature-concrete-model","provider":"Spaceplay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}