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Originally Posted by nomarandlee
I gotta agree with Mr.D. here. The reason why Daley Plaza is a "success" as some see it is because people use it for gatherings and protest stems more from it being easily accessible, visible, and at the nexus of political power center of the city. Which is different from people being drawn to it due to compelling design.
People (except Steely and perhaps a few others) don't go to Daley because its bare self is not regarded as inviting, visually appealing, nor draws them on its own merits.
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In a way, the very fact that it's bare shows off the surroundings even more. I'm not saying it's a design that should be applied in many instances, but it's pretty neat to stand in Daley and take in the massive canyon-like presence of the loop around you. I love that it's there, and it works well with the minimalist design of the building.