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Nice tram
Haha, Stephen. Left unsaid, probably because it is pretty obvious, is the horror of the tower in the snap. The otherwise noteworthy “Barcelona Urban Regeneration Model” relies too heavily on new architectural “statements” like this one, IMO. Certainly a violation of the transect, in the words of New Urbanist philosophy?
It is interesting to note that the model calls for an introduction of a new social mix in quote deprived unquote neighbourhoods. Especially in light of Vancouver’s fear of a similar approach in the DTES.
Does the tower look better on a clear day?
It looks rather menacing reflecting the clouds – and being rather solitary.
It would also benefit from some neighbouring building – to juxtapose against.
It’ll probably fit in better once other buildings grow up around it.
It actually looks more interesting face-on:
http://unconsciousexpressions.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/cimg3451.jpg
Like the 725 Granville reno for offices and Nordstrom, the fins on this tower, when viewed on an acute angle, gives the impression of a solid wall, compared to being viewed face-on.
Wow, a building in a moonscape……and we can get there by tram? Far out!