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Old Posted Oct 22, 2014, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Hayward View Post
I always thought it was a nice building to look at. In my opinion it was post-modernism in its best moments. Just simple volumetric geometry. The fenestration is simple and varies slightly, and I really like the reddish granite cladding. Some days it would catch the sun just right. At the ground, the stainless steel frames and angled glass are really crisp. Thoughtful custom detailing that is non-existent today.
I agree with this. I like its boldness, materials and skyward rhythm. It's referents are hidden and transformed into something new.