For over a century the curvaceous geometry and long silhouettes of these gasometers have formed a part of East London’s skyline. Established as a holding station for the once nearby Shoreditch Gasworks, they’re a reminder of London’s industrial past. While many have been calling for a heritage listing, that looks unlikely for now. _____________ . . . . . _____________ #architecture #architecturalphotography #architecturalhistory #ig_architecture #ig_cities #aerial #drone #urbanhistory #hackney #gasholders #londongasholders (at London Borough of Hackney) https://www.instagram.com/p/BmBJyrohTTt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=91v7hq5kvocv










