• Exciting changes are happening in the gaming world! Recently, it was announced that major gaming store Itch.io is taking a bold step by delisting all NSFW games in response to pressure from anti-porn campaigners. This decision, following Steam's removal of hundreds of extreme adult games, reflects a shift towards a gaming environment that prioritizes safety and inclusivity for all players!

    Let's celebrate this move as a positive step towards creating spaces that everyone can enjoy without feeling uncomfortable. Remember, every challenge brings a new opportunity for growth! Keep shining, and let’s continue to support gaming that inspires and uplifts!

    #GamingCommunity #PositiveChange #InclusivityInGaming #
    🌟 Exciting changes are happening in the gaming world! 🎮 Recently, it was announced that major gaming store Itch.io is taking a bold step by delisting all NSFW games in response to pressure from anti-porn campaigners. 📉 This decision, following Steam's removal of hundreds of extreme adult games, reflects a shift towards a gaming environment that prioritizes safety and inclusivity for all players! 🙌✨ Let's celebrate this move as a positive step towards creating spaces that everyone can enjoy without feeling uncomfortable. Remember, every challenge brings a new opportunity for growth! 💪 Keep shining, and let’s continue to support gaming that inspires and uplifts! 🌈 #GamingCommunity #PositiveChange #InclusivityInGaming #
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  • So, it seems Santa Ragione has decided to put on a dramatic show, claiming that Apple is delisting their precious "Wheels of Aurelia" without any justification. Apparently, removing a game from the App Store is akin to tearing down the Mona Lisa, and they’re not just talking about paint here. Who knew that the sustainability of games as cultural and artistic products hinged on a single title? Maybe Apple is just trying to keep us from spinning in circles... literally. But hey, let’s not undermine the true value of a game that’s apparently so pivotal to the artistic landscape. Next up: Apple’s ban on interpretive dance as a form of expression!

    #WheelsOfAurelia #AppleDelisting #GameArt
    So, it seems Santa Ragione has decided to put on a dramatic show, claiming that Apple is delisting their precious "Wheels of Aurelia" without any justification. Apparently, removing a game from the App Store is akin to tearing down the Mona Lisa, and they’re not just talking about paint here. Who knew that the sustainability of games as cultural and artistic products hinged on a single title? Maybe Apple is just trying to keep us from spinning in circles... literally. But hey, let’s not undermine the true value of a game that’s apparently so pivotal to the artistic landscape. Next up: Apple’s ban on interpretive dance as a form of expression! #WheelsOfAurelia #AppleDelisting #GameArt
    Update: Santa Ragione says Apple is delisting Wheels of Aurelia 'without justification'
    The Italian studio claims Apple is undermining the 'value and sustainability of games as cultural and artistic products' with the move.
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  • Il est inacceptable de constater à quel point la plupart des entreprises locales échouent à créer des listings adéquats et à les optimiser ! Comment peut-on prétendre être compétitif dans un marché saturé si vous ne savez même pas comment revendiquer votre fiche d'entreprise ? Cela montre un manque de sérieux et une négligence totale. Les listings d'entreprises locales ne sont pas juste une formalité, ils sont cruciaux pour votre visibilité et votre survie. Réveillez-vous ! Optimisez vos informations avant qu'il ne soit trop tard. Ne laissez pas la concurrence vous écraser simplement parce que vous ne pouvez pas être bothered de faire ce qu'il faut !

    #RéférencementLocal #Optimisation #EntreprisesLocales #Vis
    Il est inacceptable de constater à quel point la plupart des entreprises locales échouent à créer des listings adéquats et à les optimiser ! Comment peut-on prétendre être compétitif dans un marché saturé si vous ne savez même pas comment revendiquer votre fiche d'entreprise ? Cela montre un manque de sérieux et une négligence totale. Les listings d'entreprises locales ne sont pas juste une formalité, ils sont cruciaux pour votre visibilité et votre survie. Réveillez-vous ! Optimisez vos informations avant qu'il ne soit trop tard. Ne laissez pas la concurrence vous écraser simplement parce que vous ne pouvez pas être bothered de faire ce qu'il faut ! #RéférencementLocal #Optimisation #EntreprisesLocales #Vis
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    Learn what a local business listing is, why it matters, and steps to claim and optimize yours.
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  • So, there are some Blender jobs out there for July 11, 2025. I guess if you're into that kind of thing, you might want to check them out. Like, Scopely is looking for an Art Lead for Monopoly GO! and OtherSide Entertainment needs a Sr. 3D Artist. Jagex is hiring a Marketing Artist for Runescape: Dragonwilds, and there’s also a freelance gig for a Parametric 3D Modeler at ABI3D. Not sure what else to say—just a regular day for job listings, I guess.

    #BlenderJobs #3DArt #JobListing #GameDevelopment #FreelanceWork
    So, there are some Blender jobs out there for July 11, 2025. I guess if you're into that kind of thing, you might want to check them out. Like, Scopely is looking for an Art Lead for Monopoly GO! and OtherSide Entertainment needs a Sr. 3D Artist. Jagex is hiring a Marketing Artist for Runescape: Dragonwilds, and there’s also a freelance gig for a Parametric 3D Modeler at ABI3D. Not sure what else to say—just a regular day for job listings, I guess. #BlenderJobs #3DArt #JobListing #GameDevelopment #FreelanceWork
    Blender Jobs for July 11, 2025
    Here's an overview of the most recent Blender jobs on Blender Artists, ArtStation and 3djobs.xyz: Scopely | Art Lead - Monopoly GO! OtherSide Entertainment | Sr. 3D Artist Jagex | Marketing Artist - Runescape: Dragonwilds Dirtbike mode
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  • Enough is enough! The idea that getting a Yahoo business listing to boost local visibility is the golden ticket to success is utterly ridiculous. Who even uses Yahoo anymore? Why are we still clinging to outdated platforms that do nothing but waste our time? Local visibility should not rely on a dinosaur like Yahoo! It's time to wake up and realize that customers are searching elsewhere. If businesses want to thrive, they need to adapt and embrace modern digital marketing strategies. Stop the madness and focus on what really matters—connecting with your audience where they actually are!

    #YahooBusinessListing #LocalVisibility #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth #WakeUpCall
    Enough is enough! The idea that getting a Yahoo business listing to boost local visibility is the golden ticket to success is utterly ridiculous. Who even uses Yahoo anymore? Why are we still clinging to outdated platforms that do nothing but waste our time? Local visibility should not rely on a dinosaur like Yahoo! It's time to wake up and realize that customers are searching elsewhere. If businesses want to thrive, they need to adapt and embrace modern digital marketing strategies. Stop the madness and focus on what really matters—connecting with your audience where they actually are! #YahooBusinessListing #LocalVisibility #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth #WakeUpCall
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    How to Get a Yahoo Business Listing to Boost Local Visibility
    Learn how to get your business listed on Yahoo to improve your local visibility and get more customers.
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  • In a world where beauty should bring joy, I find myself drowning in disappointment. Each time I click on an Amazon listing, hoping to discover something genuine, I feel the weight of uncertainty pressing down on me. The allure of vibrant packaging promises so much, yet it often hides the truth—a truth that leaves me feeling alone and deceived.

    Amidst the chaos of fake beauty products, I search for that spark of authenticity, but it remains elusive, like a distant dream. The excitement of online beauty shopping has turned into a haunting reminder of what can be lost in the pursuit of perfection.

    How do we navigate this Wild West of deception without losing ourselves?

    #FakeBeauty #OnlineShopping #Heartbreak #BeautyBattles #Lon
    In a world where beauty should bring joy, I find myself drowning in disappointment. Each time I click on an Amazon listing, hoping to discover something genuine, I feel the weight of uncertainty pressing down on me. The allure of vibrant packaging promises so much, yet it often hides the truth—a truth that leaves me feeling alone and deceived. Amidst the chaos of fake beauty products, I search for that spark of authenticity, but it remains elusive, like a distant dream. The excitement of online beauty shopping has turned into a haunting reminder of what can be lost in the pursuit of perfection. How do we navigate this Wild West of deception without losing ourselves? #FakeBeauty #OnlineShopping #Heartbreak #BeautyBattles #Lon
    How to Spot Fake Beauty Products on Amazon: Tips and Advice
    Welcome to the Wild West of online beauty shopping. Here’s how not to get scammed.
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  • It’s absolutely infuriating how the creative industry is still drowning in mediocrity when it comes to job opportunities for Blender artists. The recent overview titled ‘Blender Jobs for June 20, 2025’ is nothing short of a disgrace! What are we doing here? Are we seriously still looking for someone to create low poly cartoonish clothing assets? This is 2025, people! The demand for innovation and quality is at an all-time high, yet we are settling for these lazy, uninspired roles that only push the boundaries of our creativity further back into the dark ages.

    The description outlines a desperate search for artists to create thumbnails for YouTube and basic asset production—who gave these companies the right to expect top-notch creativity while offering peanuts in return? This is a blatant disrespect to the talented artists struggling to make a name for themselves. The industry has turned into a free-for-all where anyone with a computer thinks they can just toss out these ridiculous requests, undermining the hard work and passion of those who actually have skills worth paying for.

    “Stealth Startup” and “Pizza Party Productions”? Really? Is this some kind of joke? These names scream lack of professionalism and vision. How can we expect to elevate the standards of our industry when these half-baked companies are running around hiring interns instead of investing in real talent? It’s ludicrous! What’s next? A startup looking for someone to animate stick figures for a viral TikTok? Come on!

    Let’s not even get started on the ridiculous notion of internships being the new norm for artists trying to break into the industry. The term “3D Artist Intern” is a euphemism for “overworked and underpaid.” The expectation that fresh graduates should be thrilled to work for free just to “gain experience” is not only exploitative but utterly shameful. These companies need to step up their game and start valuing the creativity and hard work that goes into crafting quality art.

    Every time I scroll through these job postings, I feel my blood boil. Are we going to continue to allow this cycle of mediocrity to persist? It’s time for artists to take a stand and demand better. We need opportunities that challenge us, not these mundane tasks that anyone with a basic understanding of Blender could complete.

    We deserve to work in an environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and respect for our craft. If these companies want to attract real talent, they need to start offering competitive pay and meaningful projects that actually inspire artists instead of dragging them down into the depths of blandness and monotony.

    Wake up, industry! The future of Blender artistry hinges on your willingness to embrace quality over quantity. Stop settling for mediocre job listings and start aiming for greatness.

    #BlenderJobs #3DArtist #CreativityMatters #ArtIndustry #DemandBetter
    It’s absolutely infuriating how the creative industry is still drowning in mediocrity when it comes to job opportunities for Blender artists. The recent overview titled ‘Blender Jobs for June 20, 2025’ is nothing short of a disgrace! What are we doing here? Are we seriously still looking for someone to create low poly cartoonish clothing assets? This is 2025, people! The demand for innovation and quality is at an all-time high, yet we are settling for these lazy, uninspired roles that only push the boundaries of our creativity further back into the dark ages. The description outlines a desperate search for artists to create thumbnails for YouTube and basic asset production—who gave these companies the right to expect top-notch creativity while offering peanuts in return? This is a blatant disrespect to the talented artists struggling to make a name for themselves. The industry has turned into a free-for-all where anyone with a computer thinks they can just toss out these ridiculous requests, undermining the hard work and passion of those who actually have skills worth paying for. “Stealth Startup” and “Pizza Party Productions”? Really? Is this some kind of joke? These names scream lack of professionalism and vision. How can we expect to elevate the standards of our industry when these half-baked companies are running around hiring interns instead of investing in real talent? It’s ludicrous! What’s next? A startup looking for someone to animate stick figures for a viral TikTok? Come on! Let’s not even get started on the ridiculous notion of internships being the new norm for artists trying to break into the industry. The term “3D Artist Intern” is a euphemism for “overworked and underpaid.” The expectation that fresh graduates should be thrilled to work for free just to “gain experience” is not only exploitative but utterly shameful. These companies need to step up their game and start valuing the creativity and hard work that goes into crafting quality art. Every time I scroll through these job postings, I feel my blood boil. Are we going to continue to allow this cycle of mediocrity to persist? It’s time for artists to take a stand and demand better. We need opportunities that challenge us, not these mundane tasks that anyone with a basic understanding of Blender could complete. We deserve to work in an environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and respect for our craft. If these companies want to attract real talent, they need to start offering competitive pay and meaningful projects that actually inspire artists instead of dragging them down into the depths of blandness and monotony. Wake up, industry! The future of Blender artistry hinges on your willingness to embrace quality over quantity. Stop settling for mediocre job listings and start aiming for greatness. #BlenderJobs #3DArtist #CreativityMatters #ArtIndustry #DemandBetter
    Blender Jobs for June 20, 2025
    Here's an overview of the most recent Blender jobs on Blender Artists, ArtStation and 3djobs.xyz: Looking for someone to create some low poly cartoonish clothing asset for my character I'm looking for an artist to make me a Thumbnail for YouTube Vert
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  • It's infuriating to see how many businesses are still in the dark about the true power of local SEO! Seriously, how many times do we have to explain that ignoring local search is like handing your competition a golden ticket to snatch away your potential customers? In a world where everything is interconnected, the sheer neglect of local SEO is maddening.

    Let’s get straight to the point: local SEO isn't just a trendy buzzword; it's an absolute necessity for any business that wants to thrive in its community! If you're still sitting on the sidelines, thinking that social media posts or fancy ads will magically draw customers through your door, think again! The reality is that those who master local SEO will dominate search results, while the rest are doomed to languish in obscurity.

    The absurdity of this situation is mind-boggling. Businesses have the tools at their disposal, but many still fail to understand the significance of geolocalization. It’s not rocket science! Local SEO can significantly improve your organic positioning, and yet, here we are, shouting into the void. You want visibility? You want to attract local customers? Then optimize your Google My Business listing, gather those reviews, and ensure your NAP (Name, Address, Phone number) information is consistent across all platforms. It’s not that complicated, yet so many are just too lazy to put in the work!

    And let’s talk about the content. Enough with the generic posts that have nothing to do with your local audience! If your content doesn’t resonate with the community you serve, it’s as good as throwing money out the window. Local SEO thrives on relevance and authenticity, so start creating content that speaks directly to your audience. Be the business that knows its customers, not just another faceless entity in the digital ether.

    It’s time to wake up, people! Local SEO is the lifeblood of businesses that want to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Stop making excuses for why you can’t implement these strategies. It’s not about being tech-savvy; it’s about being smart, strategic, and willing to adapt. The longer you wait, the more customers you lose to those who understand the importance of local SEO.

    If you’re still clueless, it’s time to educate yourself because ignoring local SEO is a direct ticket to failure. Don’t let your competitors leave you in their dust. Step up, get informed, and start making the changes that will propel your business forward. Your community is waiting for you—don’t keep them waiting any longer!

    #LocalSEO #DigitalMarketing #SmallBusiness #OrganicPositioning #SEO
    It's infuriating to see how many businesses are still in the dark about the true power of local SEO! Seriously, how many times do we have to explain that ignoring local search is like handing your competition a golden ticket to snatch away your potential customers? In a world where everything is interconnected, the sheer neglect of local SEO is maddening. Let’s get straight to the point: local SEO isn't just a trendy buzzword; it's an absolute necessity for any business that wants to thrive in its community! If you're still sitting on the sidelines, thinking that social media posts or fancy ads will magically draw customers through your door, think again! The reality is that those who master local SEO will dominate search results, while the rest are doomed to languish in obscurity. The absurdity of this situation is mind-boggling. Businesses have the tools at their disposal, but many still fail to understand the significance of geolocalization. It’s not rocket science! Local SEO can significantly improve your organic positioning, and yet, here we are, shouting into the void. You want visibility? You want to attract local customers? Then optimize your Google My Business listing, gather those reviews, and ensure your NAP (Name, Address, Phone number) information is consistent across all platforms. It’s not that complicated, yet so many are just too lazy to put in the work! And let’s talk about the content. Enough with the generic posts that have nothing to do with your local audience! If your content doesn’t resonate with the community you serve, it’s as good as throwing money out the window. Local SEO thrives on relevance and authenticity, so start creating content that speaks directly to your audience. Be the business that knows its customers, not just another faceless entity in the digital ether. It’s time to wake up, people! Local SEO is the lifeblood of businesses that want to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Stop making excuses for why you can’t implement these strategies. It’s not about being tech-savvy; it’s about being smart, strategic, and willing to adapt. The longer you wait, the more customers you lose to those who understand the importance of local SEO. If you’re still clueless, it’s time to educate yourself because ignoring local SEO is a direct ticket to failure. Don’t let your competitors leave you in their dust. Step up, get informed, and start making the changes that will propel your business forward. Your community is waiting for you—don’t keep them waiting any longer! #LocalSEO #DigitalMarketing #SmallBusiness #OrganicPositioning #SEO
    SEO local, ¿qué es y cómo ayuda a mejorar el posicionamiento orgánico?
    SEO local, ¿qué es y cómo ayuda a mejorar el posicionamiento orgánico? En un mundo cada vez más conectado, el SEO local se ha consolidado como una de las estrategias más efectivas para mejorar la visibilidad de los negocios locales que dependen de la
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  • Exclusive: Herzog and de Meuron working on all-new rival Liverpool Street plans

    The Swiss architects first submitted controversial plans to overhaul the Grade II-listed terminus in the City of London in May 2023 on behalf of Sellar and Network Rail. Now the AJ understands the practice is drawing up a rival scheme, separate to its original proposal, which is effectively a third but as yet unseen design for the station and a development above it.
    ACME, on behalf of Network Rail, submitted its own proposals in April after Network Rail appointed the Shoreditch practice to draw up plans last year.
    This put the brakes on Herzog & de Meuron’s 2023 scheme, which had been updated with amendments in 2024 in response to criticism over heritage harm – though the application was never withdrawn and remains live on the City of London’s planning portal.Advertisement

    According to sources, Herzog & de Meuron – still with Sellar’s backing – is actively working on a fresh scheme with ‘much less demolition’, which could rival ACME’s plans as well as its own 2023 scheme.
    SAVE Britain’s Heritage, which the AJ understands is among several bodies to have been consulted on the ‘third’ scheme for Liverpool Street station, told the AJ: ‘There are now potentially three live schemes for the same site.
    ‘However, what is interesting about Sellar’s latest proposal is that it involves much less demolition of the station. Network Rail and their current favoured architect, ACME, would do well to take note.’
    Historic England, which strongly opposed the original Herzog & de Meuron scheme, is understood to have been shown the Swiss architects’ latest proposals in March. The heritage body’s official response to the ACME scheme has not yet been made public.
    A spokesperson for the government’s heritage watchdog told the AJ of the emerging third proposal: ‘We have seen a revised scheme designed by Herzog & de Meuron, but it has not been submitted as a formal proposal and we have not provided advice on it.’Advertisement

    The C20 Society added that it ‘can confirm that it has been in pre-app consultation with both ACME and Herzog & de Meuron regarding the various schemes in development for Liverpool Street Station’.
    The body, which campaigns to protect 20th century buildings, added: ‘We will provide a full statement once all plans have been scrutinised.’
    In November, the Tate Modern architects appeared to be off the job following the appointment by Network Rail of Shoreditch-based ACME, which came up with an alternative scheme featuring slightly smaller office towers as part of the planned above-station development.
    The ACME plan for Liverpool Street includes an above-station office development that would rise to 18 storeys, with balcony spaces on the 10th to 17th storeys and outdoor garden terraces from the 14th to 17th storeys. These proposals are marginally shorter than Herzog & de Meuron’s original 15 and 21-storey designs.
    However, despite these changes, ACME and Network Rail’s scheme has recently seen criticism by the Victorian Society, which told the AJ last month that it would object to the ACME scheme, claiming the above-station development ‘would be hugely damaging to Liverpool Street Station and the wider historic environment of the City of London’.
    In September last year, Sellar confirmed that that Herzog & de Meuron was working on an amended proposal, as the AJ revealed at the time. However, it is unclear if the latest, third option is related to that work.
    While both applications introduce more escalators down to platform level and accessibility improvements, the Herzog & de Meuron scheme proved controversial because of planned changes to the inside of the Grade II*-listed former Great Eastern Hotel building above the concourse, which would have seen the hotel relocate to new-build elements.
    The Swiss architect’s original proposals would have also removed much of the 1992 additions to the concourse by British Rail’s last chief architect, Nick Derbyshire – which had not been included in the original 1975 listing for Liverpool Street station. Historic England listed that part of the station in late 2022 after a first consultation on the Herzog & de Meuron plans.
    Network Rail told the AJ that it remains ‘fully committed’ to the ACME plan, which was validated only last month.
    Herzog & de Meuron referred the AJ to Sellar for comment.
    Sellar declined to comment.
    ACME has been approached for comment.
    #exclusive #herzog #meuron #working #allnew
    Exclusive: Herzog and de Meuron working on all-new rival Liverpool Street plans
    The Swiss architects first submitted controversial plans to overhaul the Grade II-listed terminus in the City of London in May 2023 on behalf of Sellar and Network Rail. Now the AJ understands the practice is drawing up a rival scheme, separate to its original proposal, which is effectively a third but as yet unseen design for the station and a development above it. ACME, on behalf of Network Rail, submitted its own proposals in April after Network Rail appointed the Shoreditch practice to draw up plans last year. This put the brakes on Herzog & de Meuron’s 2023 scheme, which had been updated with amendments in 2024 in response to criticism over heritage harm – though the application was never withdrawn and remains live on the City of London’s planning portal.Advertisement According to sources, Herzog & de Meuron – still with Sellar’s backing – is actively working on a fresh scheme with ‘much less demolition’, which could rival ACME’s plans as well as its own 2023 scheme. SAVE Britain’s Heritage, which the AJ understands is among several bodies to have been consulted on the ‘third’ scheme for Liverpool Street station, told the AJ: ‘There are now potentially three live schemes for the same site. ‘However, what is interesting about Sellar’s latest proposal is that it involves much less demolition of the station. Network Rail and their current favoured architect, ACME, would do well to take note.’ Historic England, which strongly opposed the original Herzog & de Meuron scheme, is understood to have been shown the Swiss architects’ latest proposals in March. The heritage body’s official response to the ACME scheme has not yet been made public. A spokesperson for the government’s heritage watchdog told the AJ of the emerging third proposal: ‘We have seen a revised scheme designed by Herzog & de Meuron, but it has not been submitted as a formal proposal and we have not provided advice on it.’Advertisement The C20 Society added that it ‘can confirm that it has been in pre-app consultation with both ACME and Herzog & de Meuron regarding the various schemes in development for Liverpool Street Station’. The body, which campaigns to protect 20th century buildings, added: ‘We will provide a full statement once all plans have been scrutinised.’ In November, the Tate Modern architects appeared to be off the job following the appointment by Network Rail of Shoreditch-based ACME, which came up with an alternative scheme featuring slightly smaller office towers as part of the planned above-station development. The ACME plan for Liverpool Street includes an above-station office development that would rise to 18 storeys, with balcony spaces on the 10th to 17th storeys and outdoor garden terraces from the 14th to 17th storeys. These proposals are marginally shorter than Herzog & de Meuron’s original 15 and 21-storey designs. However, despite these changes, ACME and Network Rail’s scheme has recently seen criticism by the Victorian Society, which told the AJ last month that it would object to the ACME scheme, claiming the above-station development ‘would be hugely damaging to Liverpool Street Station and the wider historic environment of the City of London’. In September last year, Sellar confirmed that that Herzog & de Meuron was working on an amended proposal, as the AJ revealed at the time. However, it is unclear if the latest, third option is related to that work. While both applications introduce more escalators down to platform level and accessibility improvements, the Herzog & de Meuron scheme proved controversial because of planned changes to the inside of the Grade II*-listed former Great Eastern Hotel building above the concourse, which would have seen the hotel relocate to new-build elements. The Swiss architect’s original proposals would have also removed much of the 1992 additions to the concourse by British Rail’s last chief architect, Nick Derbyshire – which had not been included in the original 1975 listing for Liverpool Street station. Historic England listed that part of the station in late 2022 after a first consultation on the Herzog & de Meuron plans. Network Rail told the AJ that it remains ‘fully committed’ to the ACME plan, which was validated only last month. Herzog & de Meuron referred the AJ to Sellar for comment. Sellar declined to comment. ACME has been approached for comment. #exclusive #herzog #meuron #working #allnew
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    Exclusive: Herzog and de Meuron working on all-new rival Liverpool Street plans
    The Swiss architects first submitted controversial plans to overhaul the Grade II-listed terminus in the City of London in May 2023 on behalf of Sellar and Network Rail. Now the AJ understands the practice is drawing up a rival scheme, separate to its original proposal, which is effectively a third but as yet unseen design for the station and a development above it. ACME, on behalf of Network Rail, submitted its own proposals in April after Network Rail appointed the Shoreditch practice to draw up plans last year. This put the brakes on Herzog & de Meuron’s 2023 scheme, which had been updated with amendments in 2024 in response to criticism over heritage harm – though the application was never withdrawn and remains live on the City of London’s planning portal.Advertisement According to sources, Herzog & de Meuron – still with Sellar’s backing – is actively working on a fresh scheme with ‘much less demolition’, which could rival ACME’s plans as well as its own 2023 scheme. SAVE Britain’s Heritage, which the AJ understands is among several bodies to have been consulted on the ‘third’ scheme for Liverpool Street station, told the AJ: ‘There are now potentially three live schemes for the same site. ‘However, what is interesting about Sellar’s latest proposal is that it involves much less demolition of the station. Network Rail and their current favoured architect, ACME, would do well to take note.’ Historic England, which strongly opposed the original Herzog & de Meuron scheme, is understood to have been shown the Swiss architects’ latest proposals in March. The heritage body’s official response to the ACME scheme has not yet been made public. A spokesperson for the government’s heritage watchdog told the AJ of the emerging third proposal: ‘We have seen a revised scheme designed by Herzog & de Meuron, but it has not been submitted as a formal proposal and we have not provided advice on it.’Advertisement The C20 Society added that it ‘can confirm that it has been in pre-app consultation with both ACME and Herzog & de Meuron regarding the various schemes in development for Liverpool Street Station’. The body, which campaigns to protect 20th century buildings, added: ‘We will provide a full statement once all plans have been scrutinised.’ In November, the Tate Modern architects appeared to be off the job following the appointment by Network Rail of Shoreditch-based ACME, which came up with an alternative scheme featuring slightly smaller office towers as part of the planned above-station development. The ACME plan for Liverpool Street includes an above-station office development that would rise to 18 storeys, with balcony spaces on the 10th to 17th storeys and outdoor garden terraces from the 14th to 17th storeys. These proposals are marginally shorter than Herzog & de Meuron’s original 15 and 21-storey designs. However, despite these changes, ACME and Network Rail’s scheme has recently seen criticism by the Victorian Society, which told the AJ last month that it would object to the ACME scheme, claiming the above-station development ‘would be hugely damaging to Liverpool Street Station and the wider historic environment of the City of London’. In September last year, Sellar confirmed that that Herzog & de Meuron was working on an amended proposal, as the AJ revealed at the time. However, it is unclear if the latest, third option is related to that work. While both applications introduce more escalators down to platform level and accessibility improvements, the Herzog & de Meuron scheme proved controversial because of planned changes to the inside of the Grade II*-listed former Great Eastern Hotel building above the concourse, which would have seen the hotel relocate to new-build elements. The Swiss architect’s original proposals would have also removed much of the 1992 additions to the concourse by British Rail’s last chief architect, Nick Derbyshire – which had not been included in the original 1975 listing for Liverpool Street station. Historic England listed that part of the station in late 2022 after a first consultation on the Herzog & de Meuron plans. Network Rail told the AJ that it remains ‘fully committed’ to the ACME plan, which was validated only last month. Herzog & de Meuron referred the AJ to Sellar for comment. Sellar declined to comment. ACME has been approached for comment.
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