{"product_id":"smallbrook-ringway-centre-birmingham-miniature-concrete-model","title":"Smallbrook Queensway – Ringway Centre (Triptych Set)","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"305\" data-start=\"196\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"255\" data-start=\"196\"\u003eSmallbrook Queensway, Ringway Centre, Birmingham – Miniature Concrete Model 058\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eHand-cast in fine concrete. Shaped by memory.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eSome buildings define a city’s movement. The Ringway Centre on Smallbrook Queensway in Birmingham, designed by James A. Roberts and completed in 1962, is one of the most distinctive post-war buildings in Britain. Stretching almost 200 metres along the city’s inner ring road, its rhythmic concrete façade and continuous curve represent a bold vision of a modern, connected Birmingham.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eThis model captures the full sweep of that form. Each section of the Ringway Centre has been modelled and cast separately, allowing the three pieces to be displayed individually or joined together to complete the full 200-metre span in miniature. The curve, the recessed glazing, and the repeating concrete bays were refined to preserve the flow and precision of Roberts’ original design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eA complete three-part cast of one of Birmingham’s most iconic modernist landmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1072\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1072\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1087\" data-start=\"1084\"\u003e• Solid cast concrete, individually hand-poured\u003cbr\u003e• 3.5 high x 4.5cm wide x 9cm long (approx)\u003cbr\u003e• 28cm in length when all three models are combined\u003cbr data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1138\"\u003e• Laser-etched cork base with building name\u003cbr data-end=\"1187\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003e• Comes gift-boxed for the perfect concrete gift\u003cbr data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"1235\"\u003e• Designed, modelled, and finished in the UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1072\"\u003eMade for those who walked beneath its curve, fought for its preservation, or simply recognise it as part of Birmingham’s post-war identity. This model is a keepsake of a building that once defined the rhythm of the city and the optimism of a new era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1491\"\u003e15% off when you order two or more models\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1542\"\u003eEU customers: please order via my \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ringway Centre - miniature concrete model\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/listing\/1894607867\/smallbrook-ringway-centre-miniature\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEtsy shop\u003c\/a\u003e due to customs regulations\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1072\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1803\" data-start=\"1779\"\u003eBuilding Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2160\" data-start=\"1637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2041\" data-start=\"2028\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham, UK\u003cbr data-end=\"2081\" data-start=\"2078\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2095\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003eArchitect:\u003c\/strong\u003e James A. Roberts\u003cbr data-end=\"2115\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2129\" data-start=\"2115\"\u003eCompleted:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1962\u003cbr data-end=\"2137\" data-start=\"2134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2148\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facing redevelopment proposals\/demolition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2182\" data-start=\"2179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2201\" data-start=\"2182\"\u003eBrief Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"2201\"\u003eThe Ringway Centre, often called the “snaking building,” was designed by James A. Roberts as part of Birmingham’s first inner ring road. Its curving concrete façade and continuous run of ribbon windows made it one of the most distinctive expressions of the city’s 1960s modernisation. Though threatened by demolition, it remains a symbol of post-war ambition and a touchstone for the movement to protect Birmingham’s modern heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\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=\"Ringway Centre - miniature concrete model\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/listing\/1894607867\/smallbrook-ringway-centre-miniature\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy 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. 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