Every city has fine examples. But do we notice? These drew my attention this week.
Category Archives: Architecture
The Whitney
Apparently shunned by its upscale neighbors due to their dislike of its architecture, it is nonetheless a bastion of modern American art. Currently the exhibit is the Whitney Biennial 2012. But the exterior, composed entirely of cement does resemble a building that might have applied for the job of fortress. It was progressive and innovative …
Churches Blend In
Obviously when neighborhoods were being set up, the place of worship was worked right into the housing district. These are distinct buildings in different areas of the City.
Beyond the reach of most
Look carefully at the photo and note two trees and greenery growing on the terrace of the mid-level building. How wondrous is that!
Comic Relief
It might not be sufficiently clear in the photo, but on the building highlighted in the sun, do you see what looks like three filled-in arches of a garage? How funny would it be to have the back end of cars and truck sticking out, so many feet up in the air. Why that appeals …
New Amsterdam
Traces of the Founding Merchants and continuation of a good thing:
The Building[s]
As you exit the A/C/E trains at 34th and 8th Avenue, on the north side, this is your view. [You do recognize the Empire State Building!] And then you turn to your right, Madison Square Garden!