Tag: urban safety
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The Unexpected History of Vintage Fire Escapes: From Life-Savers to Architectural Icons
From the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a peculiar metal latticework began to sprout from the brick facades of urban buildings – the fire escape. More than just functional safety devices, these structures tell a fascinating story of urban development, architectural aesthetics, and the stark realities of social inequality. Their evolution, from rudimentary designs…