Alex

@cfdownes_ On a positive note nobody remembers the generations that sat back and had nothing to do. At least we have the chance to write ourselves into the pages of history. I love this extract from Orwell's essay "England Your England".

@Shakey_Ape Yes! I am solidly twitchy middle class and I’ve always felt slightly excluded from both groups. They both look like they’re having loads more fun than I am.

A well-styled tweed jacket rarely misses. An example is this green + earth tones combo, which always lands. Old money vibes.

In how many other countries is the anniversary of the country's existence noted only by X accounts?

.@POTUS: "Honoring the British King might seem an ironic beginning to our celebration of 250 years of American independence — but in fact, no tribute could be more appropriate. Long before Americans had a nation or Constitution, we first had a culture, a character, and a creed. Before we ever proclaimed our independence, Americans carried within us the rarest of gifts: moral courage, and it came from a small but mighty kingdom from across the sea."

This image is perfectly emblematic of the modern West. Weak men, seated in the ruins of a civilisation built by better men.

He killed a dragon is what he did. He was a brave English saint. And in this house, Saint George is a hero. End of story!

The terraced house is the Platonic Ideal of Gentle Density

This little practice produces a stream of good buildings like these, working in the rugged urban vernacular of England's historic industrial cities. Their buildings are completely of their place, like natural emanations of the cities to which they belong.

Recipe for an incredible childhood: Stephen Biesty’s Cross section books

“I accept that Protectionism would result in reduced quality of life. I think it's the price to pay to have everyone working, as opposed to delivering pizzas and selling each other cappuccinos.” Peter Hitchens

These people don't belong here. They cannot make a positive contribution to our civilisation. They cannot rebuild what, out of habit or uncontrollable impulse, they will destroy. They have to go home and leave us in peace, or we'll have nothing left.

They don’t understand

"Your universe has no meaning to them. They will not try to understand. They will be tired, they will be cold, they will make a fire with your beautiful oak door..." Jean Raspail, The Camp of the Saints

This house is beautiful and should be the minimum standard for new builds.

Honestly, the Chagossians just deciding to unilaterally establish their own pro-British government and go resettle the islands was a stroke of genius. Immediately makes the Starmer surrender deal so much more difficult to sell and implement. God speed to them

Cuadra por cuadra... tardará un poco, pero quedará hermoso.

What a difference a headline makes.

"Trust me, I'm an architect."

Correct.

This is Seven Sisters Road in @haringeycouncil. It's an utter embarrassment that we have allowed our high streets to deteriorate to this point. This parade of shops could be a landmark destination, but instead it's neglected and forgotten. I'm all for liberalising planning BUT design codes have a place, and this is a great example. No satellite dishes, no PVC, no estate agent signs, no white paint. Just consistent signage, colours and high-quality heritage shopfronts. @createstreets