All the content from Mid-Century-Living, including Rover P5, brought together on one page and grouped by subject (Motoring, Architecture, Furniture, Technology, Design). All for your convenience and delight.
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The Festival of Britain
In the summer of 1951, the United Kingdom hosted an event that would leave an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural landscape: The Festival of Britain. This national exhibition and fair was not merely a celebration; it was a declaration of recovery, resilience, and forward-thinking in a country still feeling the aftershocks of the Second World War.
Mid-Century House, Tokyo: Photo Essay
Take a tour of an extremely well-preserved mid-century Tokyo house.
Digitising Old Photos
Preserving old photos requires careful handling and decisions on whether to digitize them. If digitizing, the process involves choosing the right scanning resolution, potentially using software to repair damage, and deciding on file formats conducive to long-term storage. Organizing and properly backing up the files are crucial, employing strategies like the 3-2-1 backup rule to secure them against loss. Additionally, sharing the rejuvenated photos enables both personal enjoyment and access for future generations, making the labor-intensive process worthwhile.
How To Re-Wire Your Classic Car
I’ve recently finished replacing the wiring harness on my P5B Coupe with a ‘New Old Stock’ item. Whether you’re replacing a connector or the whole loom, this will be useful to any classic car owner.
Rover P5B Coupe In The Nude
This Rover P5B was dismantled by Cyrille, who owns several Rovers and Land Rovers and is active on the Rover P5 Club Forum. Cyrille’s photos provide an invaluable reference for anyone wanting to understand these cars ‘under the skin’. I am thankful to him for allowing me to host his photos and present them here.
Rover P5B Fuel Filter Safety Comparison
There was an interesting and valuable discussion on the Rover P5 Club Forum regarding fuel filters for the P5B, started by another Richard (not me). Richard was highlighting potential safety concerns with the design of some widely-available aftermarket fuel filters for the Rover P5B that look similar to the original item, but differ in an...
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H.J. LEAK & CO. LTD.
H.J. Leak & Co: A Mid-Century Hi-Fi Icon Through the history of audio high-fidelity, few names have been as important as H.J. Leak & Co., a company that played a pivotal role in defining the mid-century soundscape. Yet today few people outside the world of...
The Festival of Britain
In the summer of 1951, the United Kingdom hosted an event that would leave an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural landscape: The Festival of Britain. This national exhibition and fair was not merely a celebration; it was a declaration of recovery, resilience, and forward-thinking in a country still feeling the aftershocks of the Second World War.
Roberts Radio
There is a good chance you’ll find a Roberts Radio in the kitchen or living room of many British homes. With a history that spans over 90 years, Roberts Radio has become synonymous with quality and typically British design. You can go online or walk into a department...
Mid-Century House, Tokyo: Photo Essay Part 2
Lets conclude our tour of an extremely well-preserved mid-century Tokyo house.
Review: Book: Rover V8 – the story of the engine
There aren’t many books dedicated to an engine, but James Taylor’s ‘Rover V8’ is one such example. That this book exists shows the importance and influence the Rover V8 engine exerted over more than 40 years.
The Man Who Haunted Himself
Roger Moore gives a career-defining performance as a businessman whose existence is reshaped by malevolent forces in this taut psychological thriller directed by Ealing Films veteran Basil Dearden.
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Review: Book: Rover V8 – the story of the engine
There aren’t many books dedicated to an engine, but James Taylor’s ‘Rover V8’ is one such example. That this book exists shows the importance and influence the Rover V8 engine exerted over more than 40 years.
Review: Book: The Strange Death of the British Motor Cycle Industry
This book provides a gripping description and analysis of the mis-steps and misfortunes of the British motor cycle industry, from the 1920’s through to the effective death of the industry in the 1970’s. This book will be of interest to anyone with even a passing interest in Britains recent manufacturing history. The book manages to combine detail and...
How The Torque Converter Works
Here’s a fabulously period video explaining in very simple terms how a torque converter (aka fluid coupling) replaces the clutch…
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The Festival of Britain
In the summer of 1951, the United Kingdom hosted an event that would leave an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural landscape: The Festival of Britain. This national exhibition and fair was not merely a celebration; it was a declaration of recovery, resilience, and forward-thinking in a country still feeling the aftershocks of the Second World War.
Kieran Gabriel
I came across Keiran’s work on Instagram and fell in love with it immediately. Take a look:
Mid-Century House, Tokyo: Photo Essay Part 2
Lets conclude our tour of an extremely well-preserved mid-century Tokyo house.
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The Festival of Britain
In the summer of 1951, the United Kingdom hosted an event that would leave an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural landscape: The Festival of Britain. This national exhibition and fair was not merely a celebration; it was a declaration of recovery, resilience, and forward-thinking in a country still feeling the aftershocks of the Second World War.
What is Mid-Century Modern?
You may have heard the term ‘Mid-Century’ or ‘Mid-Century Modern’ and never really thought much about what it means…
Welcome to Mid-Century-Living
Mid-Century-Living explores life from 1945 to 1969, focusing on motoring, architecture, and design. It highlights ‘Mid-Century Modern,’ a style born from post-WWII optimism and advancing technology, influencing global design trends. The site includes perspectives on British variations like ‘New Humanism’ and ‘Festival Style,’ exemplified by iconic buildings and furniture designs. It covers these themes through personal experiences, restoring a mid-century British house and classic cars.
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H.J. LEAK & CO. LTD.
H.J. Leak & Co: A Mid-Century Hi-Fi Icon Through the history of audio high-fidelity, few names have been as important as H.J. Leak & Co., a company that played a pivotal role in defining the mid-century soundscape. Yet today few people outside the world of hifi would recognise the name. So lets explore H.J. Leak & Co's groundbreaking...
The Festival of Britain
In the summer of 1951, the United Kingdom hosted an event that would leave an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural landscape: The Festival of Britain. This national exhibition and fair was not merely a celebration; it was a declaration of recovery, resilience, and forward-thinking in a country still feeling the aftershocks of the Second World War.
Roberts Radio
There is a good chance you’ll find a Roberts Radio in the kitchen or living room of many British homes. With a history that spans over 90 years, Roberts Radio has become synonymous with quality and typically British design. You can go online or walk into a department store and buy a Roberts Radio today. Many models look similar to those produced in the...
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The Festival of Britain
In the summer of 1951, the United Kingdom hosted an event that would leave an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural landscape: The Festival of Britain. This national exhibition and fair was not merely a celebration; it was a declaration of recovery, resilience, and forward-thinking in a country still feeling the aftershocks of the Second World War.
Roberts Radio
There is a good chance you’ll find a Roberts Radio in the kitchen or living room of many British homes. With a history that spans over 90 years, Roberts Radio has become synonymous with quality and typically British design. You can go online or walk into a department store and buy a Roberts Radio today. Many models look similar to those produced in the...
Kieran Gabriel
I came across Keiran’s work on Instagram and fell in love with it immediately. Take a look:
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