How We Built Britain is a History Documentary programme.

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How We Built Britain: The South: Dreams of Tomorrow

Series 1, episode 6

Directed by (unconfirmed)
Kate Misrahi

David Dimbleby's journey through Britain's architecture concludes with a look at how 20th century developments changed southern England. He explores the 'Tudorbethan' houses and palatial cinemas of Metroland's suburban sprawl, a public swimming pool built in the Modern style and the prefabs and high-rises that sprung up as a result of war. Dimbleby's tour concludes with a look at the breathtaking steel and glass architecture of the City of London.

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David Dimbleby
Kate Misrahi
Julian Birkett