by James Balston | Nov 26, 2019 | Christmas, Crystal Palace, Exhibitions
Apparently in the world of finance, there is a theory about ‘cushions’. it’s all about how stock prices bounce back after a fall. You’ll be relieved to hear that the only cushions I deal with are the soft squidgy variety in linen and velvet.... 
by James Balston | Apr 26, 2018 | Architecture, Crystal Palace, Heritage, Leisure, The Triangle SE19
Exciting local news as Crystal Palace is to regain a cinema it lost back in the 60s. I had the immense privelege to gain access in order to record the interior before building work commences. You can read and see more on my local blog... 
by James Balston | Feb 16, 2016 | Antiques, Apartments, Architecture, Artists' Homes, Contemporary, Crystal Palace, Designers & Architects, London, Restaurants, The Triangle SE19, Workplace
London’s centre of gravity is on the move. The city’s ancient roots are of course north of the river, with many of its landmarks and institutions dotted along that side of the Thames. Centuries of expansion, while not confined to the north, saw it’s... 
by James Balston | Jun 16, 2015 | 1960s, Architecture, Churches, Crystal Palace, Heritage, Leisure, London, The Triangle SE19
Outside the confines of South London, many people have quite likely never heard of Upper Norwood, and if they have, would struggle to place it exactly. But if I referred to my local neighbourhood by its other name, eyes will light up. Crystal Palace, as it is better... 
by James Balston | Apr 24, 2014 | Crystal Palace, Pubs, The Triangle SE19
I’ve been propping up the bar over on the Triangle…