Preservation
Welcome to the Art Deco Society UK Preservation webpage.
Here you will find out about the ADSUK Preservation Committee, and an update on the work we are doing.
If you are concerned about an Art Deco building, or example of Art Deco Design, please contact us using the form at the bottom of this page.
What is an Art Deco Building ?
Art Deco buildings are those built between 1910 and 1939, which have a distinct modern style. However, Art Deco is a broad ranging movement and had many influences, and the style also changed and developed over this period: this means there is no “typical” Art Deco buildings. Much of the architecture which fall into this category can be identified by the use of sleek lines, geometric shapes and stylized decoration. The use of innovative materials and design is also a key feature, although it is not essential.
ADSUK Preservation Committee
The ADSUK Preservation Committee has been formed in response to the continued need to advocate for the appreciation and preservation of the significance and value of buildings, structures and examples of Art Deco design across the United Kingdom which fall within the agreed scope of the Preservation Committee, in terms of their architectural design, form, details, materials, construction techniques, date and overall quality, so that they may continue to be enjoyed by present and future generations. The committee also serves to comply with the requirements of ICADS (International Coalition of Art Deco Societies). If you are interested in Art Deco architecture and buildings, and would like to support the committee, then send us an email at preservation@artdecosociety.uk. We would love to hear from you!
Buildings at Risk
We are always keeping our eyes open for buildings which may be at risk – through either redevelopment or demolition.
We are largely reliant on the public supplying us with this information.
Do you know about any Art Deco buildings at risk?
If so, please do get in touch using the form on the right, and let us know.
Please include the following information:
- The name and address (including postcode) of the building
- The owner of the building
- If there is a group or campaign already looking at saving the building, and what their contact details are.
The Preservation Committee will decide whether to add the building to our at Risk list. If it doesn’t quite make this list, it might still be eligible for the ADSUK Watch List.