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STREET ART UTOPIA

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8 Public Artworks in England You’ll Think About Long After Scrolling

Content warning: Which one is your favorite?

From a glowing greenhouse built from stained glass to murals that blend realism and fantasy, these artworks from across England show how public art can transform the everyday into something unforgettable. Each piece turns walls, walkways, and structures into imaginative portals.

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Black-and-white mural of a woman’s face painted on metal doors in London, with detailed eyes, glistening lips, and strands of wet hair.

1. Close-Up Portrait — Abraham.O in London, England

A grayscale portrait of a woman, painted across metal doors, captures fine emotional detail. The reflections, moisture, and gaze all contribute to a striking sense of realism.
Mural of a dripping fried egg painted to look like it’s melting on a white cloth hung with pegs, located in Shoreditch, London.

3. Free Range Eggxaggeration — WOSKerski in Shoreditch, London, England

A playful trompe-l’oeil piece showing a fried egg melting on a white cloth hung on a line. The surreal concept and painterly skill make this wall hard to forget.

More by WOSKerski!: 9 Times WOSKerski Made UK Walls Feel Like Glitches in Reality

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3. Stained Glass Greenhouse — Location Unknown, England

This greenhouse structure is constructed entirely from stained-glass windows salvaged from decommissioned churches. Lit from inside, the piece glows like a sacred space reimagined in a modern urban context.

More photos!: Stunning Stained Glass Greenhouse Transforms London’s Streets into a Living Work of Art

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4. The Painted Lady — Jim Vision in Beeston, England

A woman’s face dissolves into blossoms and butterflies across a full house façade. Painted in vibrant tones, this mural evokes natural transformation and beauty.

More photos!: The Painted Lady – By Jim Vision In Beeston, UK (4 photos)

Mural of a brown-and-white springer spaniel’s face painted under a bridge in Exeter, England, positioned to align with grass and stair contours.

5. Springer Spaniel — Spacehop (Jeff Evans) in Exeter, England

A spaniel is seamlessly integrated into the slope and wall under Exe Bridge. The stairs frame the painting in a way that makes the dog appear to be peeking at passersby.

More photos!: Springer Spaniel painted on Exe Bridge (5 photos)

Stencil mural by Banksy of three children on a brick wall over a drain in Lowestoft, with one child peering through a telescope and graffiti reading “WE’RE ALL IN THE SAME BOAT.”

6. We’re All in the Same Boat — Banksy in Lowestoft, England

Three children in paper hats appear to “sail” on a storm drain arch, accompanied by the message “We’re all in the same boat.” It’s classic Banksy—blending wit with social commentary.

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Mural of a barefoot patient pulling a cart with a real moss-covered tree while using it as an oxygen source, painted by Dr. Love in Bristol.

7. Oxygen Tree — Dr. Love in Bristol, England

A person in a hospital gown walks barefoot while connected to an oxygen tank shaped like a real potted tree. Painted on a public wall, the living moss adds urgency to the environmental message.

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8. Reflection Eye — My Dog Sighs in Eccleston, Lancashire, England

A large eye stares outward from a wall, with the pupil reflecting a cobbled path and a figure in the distance. The green and blue textures around the eye give a sense of tears or time.

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STREET ART UTOPIA

2025-10-24 07:43:53

Buildings That Look Like They’re From a Dream (8 Photos)

From a church in Iceland that looks like a spaceship preparing for launch, to a house zipped open on a street in Milan — this collection showcases architecture at its most imaginative. Included are cliffside wartime refuges, storybook cottages, optical illusions, and centuries-old constructions that defy gravity or blend perfectly into mountains. These aren’t digital renderings — they’re real places from around the world.
More: 8 Beautiful Artworks That Seem to Grow From Nature
1. Unzipped Building — Alex Chinneck in Milan, Italy

A building facade appears to peel open like a jacket, with an oversized zipper curling away the wall to reveal its inner structure. This public installation by Alex Chinneck uses stone, concrete, and illusion to challenge how we perceive architecture.
2. King Alfred’s Tower — England

This red-brick triangular tower rises dramatically from the fog in Somerset, England. Built in 1772, it commemorates Alfred the Great and reaches over 49 meters high with a narrow footprint that adds to its illusion of impossibility.
3. Alpine Refuge — Monte Cristallo, Italy

Located at 2,760 meters in the Dolomites, this hidden wooden shelter from World War I is embedded directly into the rockface. Built for survival, it now appears like a dreamlike relic barely distinguishable from the mountain.
4. Hallgrímskirkja Church — Reykjavík, Iceland

This iconic Lutheran church, inspired by basalt columns and volcanic formations, dominates the Reykjavík skyline. Designed in 1937 and completed in 1986, its symmetry and scale evoke science fiction architecture.
5. The House That Sank — The Crooked House, UK

Built in 1765 on top of a mine shaft, this British pub developed a pronounced tilt as the ground beneath it slowly gave way. Despite its slanting angles, it remained a local favorite for centuries.
6. Organic Slate Roof House — Germany

This home with flowing lines and a wave-shaped slate roof blurs the line between fairy tale and high-end eco-architecture. Natural stone and soft curves give it a whimsical yet grounded appearance.
7. Cliff House — France (Built 1347)

Balanced between eras and gravity, this timber-framed upper house sits atop massive medieval stonework. Located in France and completed in 1347, it seems to hover above the road with support beams stretching underneath.
8. Rock-Built Homes — Sanaa, Yemen

Traditional Yemeni tower houses in Sanaa rise directly from the rock, combining ancient stone masonry with ornate white geometric window frames. The buildings appear both sculpted by nature and intricately human-made.
These buildings bend our expectations of what architecture can be — not just structures, but expressions of ingenuity, adaptation, and creativity. Whether carved into mountains or dressed like zippers, they show that the line between surreal and real is thinner than it seems.
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STREET ART UTOPIA

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3 years ago

Springer Spaniel painted on Exe Bridge (5 photos)

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Street Artist Spacehop

Springer Spaniel painted on Exe Bridge by Spacehop aka Jeff Evans in Exeter, UK (2017).

More: 8 Stunning Dog Murals Around the World

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STREET ART UTOPIA

2025-04-25 05:39:12

8 Stunning Dog Murals Around the World (For Dog Lovers!)

Dogs have inspired countless works of art worldwide.

Murals featuring these loyal companions brighten urban spaces and bring comfort to those who pass by. Here are eight stunning murals and artworks celebrating dogs.
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1. Lalone’s Mural in Málaga, Spain

This mural by Lalone in Málaga, Spain, shows a hooded figure sitting with two dogs. The photorealistic details and street-style elements create a touching scene of companionship. See more photos and details here.
2. “E ‘Torre” by Giulio Masieri in Pordenone, Italy

Giulio Masieri’s “E ‘Torre” mural in Pordenone, Italy, depicts a large dog resting. The realistic style captures the dog’s calm posture and expressive eyes. See more photos and details here.
3. Clara Leff’s Mural in São Paulo, Brazil

Clara Leff’s vibrant mural in São Paulo, Brazil, features a close-up of a dog’s face against a bright yellow circle. The lifelike details emphasize the dog’s soulful expression. See more photos and details here.
4. WOSKerski’s Mural in Penge, South East London, England

In Penge, WOSKerski’s mural showcases a playful dog with its tongue sticking out. The exaggerated features and bold yellow background make this artwork eye-catching. See more photos and details here.
5. Springer Spaniel by Spacehop in Exeter, UK

Spacehop, also known as Jeff Evans, painted a realistic Springer Spaniel on the Exe Bridge in Exeter, UK. The mural’s detailed depiction of the dog adds charm to its urban setting. See more photos and details here.
6. Smates’ Underwater Dog in Mechelen, Belgium

Smates created a mural in Mechelen showing a dog diving underwater. The dynamic composition and realistic water effects bring the scene to life. See more photos and details here.
7. Jimmy Dvate’s Silo Art in Major Plains, Australia

Jimmy Dvate’s mural on a grain silo in Major Plains, Australia, features a working dog. The attention to detail highlights the dog’s sharp gaze and natural strength. See more photos and details here.
8. Batist Vermeulen’s Sculpture in Antwerp, Belgium

In Antwerp, Batist Vermeulen’s sculpture shows a child and a dog lying under a cobblestone blanket. The piece blends seamlessly with the plaza’s design. See more photos and details here.
These eight murals and artworks celebrate dogs in diverse artistic styles, from photorealism to playful exaggeration. Which one is your favorite? Let us know!
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