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April (2022) Blogging Challenge
Hello, dear
readers!
I’d like to
thank you all in advance for stopping by, and I hope that at least a few on my
list of remarkable buildings pique your interest as they did mine.
“Design is not a coincidence or a
formula, it is a result of human reflection and vision in response to a
specific challenge.” ~ Unknown
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One Fen Court
Described by
the “Guardian” as “a candy-striped miracle in the central London skies.” Eric
Parry, the project architect, had in mind to create “a city blockbuilding that
speaks to the street.” And indeed, the ground level does present a prominent
street presence from the grand entrance featuring an LED ceiling that displays
live feed of rooftop views, to the modern retail shops, bank, and HQ offices, the
building gets more amazing with every floor. Vertical Terracotta tile-clad pillars
accented by iridescent horizontal brisesoleil
profiles and gleaming strips of dichroic foil produce colorful effects both
inside and outside of the building while providing natural light on all four
sides. These panels also provide energy-efficient thermal and acoustic insulation
which in turn affords maximum year-round comfort within. Further enhancements
include a panoramic view of the city, and a free public Skygarden on the
rooftop.
I would certainly enjoy a visit. Even
the sidewalk view is mesmerizing. Would you go? Have you been?
The iridescent and gleaming strips, producing such colorful effects is so bful!
ReplyDeleteDropping by from a to z http://afshan-shaik.blogspot.com/
I'd be happy to stare at the building, nevermind shopping ;-)
DeleteThat is really wild.
ReplyDeleteI was going to comment there were no cranes in the photo, but then I saw the second picture and there they are!
A vision to remember, for sure ;-)
DeleteSome innovative thinking went into this structure. Innovation is what we need in our times.
ReplyDeleteArlee Bird
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I agree. As awesome as this is, we all should be so inspired ;-)
DeleteHi Diedre - I had heard of the roof garden, but hadn't taken in the aspect of the design of the building etc - amazing and yes I'd love to go ... perhaps I'll get there. There's a limit of 200 I note ... but I had a look at The Guardian's article on it.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant - thanks for sharing a design from 'London town' - cheers Hilary
Hi Hilary!
DeleteI was delighted to run across such an awesome building - the location was also a bonus ;-)
Do let me know if you get there. I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Yes - I'm not at all sure when ... but who knows! Cheers Hilary
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