Have you ever wondered about those buildings you pass every day on your way to Birmingham city centre?
You know, the ones that are huge and stick out like a sore thumb, yet we don’t really know their purpose and often overlook them.
Well, it’s time to give these mysterious buildings their moment in the spotlight. From the abandoned to the historic, here are eight buildings you pass by every day in the city centre but now will know more about:
1. Five Ways Tower
Five Ways Tower was a 23-storey commercial building completed in 1979. Located near the Five Ways roundabout, it was once a bustling office space but became vacant in 2005. The building is currently undergoing demolition to make way for new developments | Birmingham World
2. CompTTEC
CompTTEC, located at 232 Soho Hill, is a lesser-known educational support and training centre. It offers a variety of courses, workshops, and seminars aimed at enhancing skills and knowledge in various fields. Despite its significant contributions to education, it remains relatively obscure to the general public. | Birmingham
3. The Old Central Fire Station in Lancaster Circus
This historic building served as Birmingham’s Central Fire Station from 1934 until its decommissioning in 2008. Located at Lancaster Circus, it is now being refurbished and converted into student accommodation. The building’s iconic red doors and clock tower are set to be preserved as part of the new development. | Google Maps
4. Lancaster House
Lancaster House, located at 67 Newhall Street, is a prominent office building in Birmingham city centre. This elegant Portland Stone building offers high-quality office space and is situated at the junction of Newhall Street and Great Charles Street Queensway. It provides excellent access to the city’s social and communication infrastructure, with Snow Hill and New Street railway stations just a short walk away. | Google Maps