Preservation Campaign Seeks to Protect 'Boringly Ugly' 1980s BT Phone Boxes

Thursday, 6 June 2024, 05:00

A preservation campaign has been launched to save the 'boringly ugly' 1980s BT phone boxes, including the controversial KX100 design. Despite initial criticism, these iconic boxes may now receive listed status, highlighting their historical significance. As efforts to preserve these unique phone boxes gain momentum, the public's perception of these once-unpopular designs is shifting towards recognition and appreciation for their cultural value.

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Preservation Campaign for 1980s BT Phone Boxes

The KX100 design, criticized for being 'boringly ugly', is at the center of a preservation campaign to save these iconic phone boxes. While the design initially faced backlash for replacing the classic red phone box, efforts are now underway to grant some of them listed status.

Shifting Perceptions

Despite the initial controversy, the public's perception of these unique phone boxes is changing, with a growing recognition of their historical and cultural value.

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