17 & 19 Newhall Street, Birmingham

17 & 19 Newhall Street, known as The Exchange, is a stunning Grade I listed building in Birmingham, England, designed by Frederick Martin and opened in 1887. Originally serving as the Central Telephone Exchange for the National Telephone Company, it was the largest of its kind in the UK at the time. The building features intricate red brick and terracotta architecture and has a rich history, including its use during World War I as a headquarters for air raid warnings. Today, it houses various businesses, including a marketing firm and a bar, making it a vibrant part of Birmingham's city center.