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Highpoint’s Festive Silhouette: Modernist Towers Over Highgate’s Carols and Christmas Glow
Carols in Pond Square is one of Highgate’s most beloved seasonal events, held outdoors in the centre of the village with communal singing rather than in a formal church setting. Residents and visitors gather in the early evening, often in early or mid‑December, to sing traditional carols accompanied by musicians, with collections typically supporting local causes and community projects. At the same time, Highgate hosts wider festive activity: a village‑wide Christmas atmosphe
Dec 18, 20253 min read


Highgate’s Modernist Citadels: Life Above London at Highpoint I and II
Highpoint I and II stand as twin sentinels on Highgate Hill, modernist icons that have shaped the neighborhood's identity for nearly a century. Designed by Berthold Lubetkin in the 1930s, these white concrete towers were conceived as luxurious "vertical villas," blending radical architecture with the village's leafy seclusion. Today, they embody Highgate's enduring tension between preservation and the pressures of contemporary London life. Modernist Pioneers on the Ridge Hig
Dec 17, 20252 min read


Aerial views of Highpoint
This video captures stunning aerial views of Highpoint through a drone's perspective, showcasing its impressive scale and grand expanse. The footage highlights the vastness and architectural layout of Highpoint, offering viewers a breathtaking and comprehensive visual experience from above.
Nov 13, 20251 min read


Guest Touring Highpoint
This Open City video spotlights Highpoint, one of London's most celebrated examples of council housing and modern residential architecture. Highpoint is admired for its innovative design, spacious interiors, and emphasis on comfortable urban living, serving as a key reference point in discussions about quality public housing in London. Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@opencity_uk/video/7278681792075402529 .
Nov 5, 20251 min read
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