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October 4, 2004
We headed into Phoenix to see the main library designed by Will Bruder. I can't believe how hot Phoenix is. Just an hour or two north and the temperatures are nice and pleasant but in Phoenix it's in the high 90s.
The top photo is of the reading carousels in the library and I think for the most part the only splash of colour on the interior is those yellow lamps. And the bottom photo is Jenn's brother Chris reading while we took a break to decide what to do next.
Though I don't have any good photos, we visited a really interesting location outside of Scottsdale — the gallery/foundry/residence of architect Paolo Soleri. If interested in different ideas about architecture, check out www.arcosanti.org — an urban city project of his.
Oh, and here's an incidental meaningless statistic: so far we've driven 2380 miles. Ouch.
Update: I'm *trying* to respond to comments/emails over the last two weeks but it's taking some time. If you haven't heard from me, don't feel offended — I'm trying to balance email responses with the hot tub visits. :)
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Great images - the top one looked like a nice perspective shot of a modern building in the RSS feed. Surprised to see the full shot when I got here. Nice contrast between where the books are stored and where they're read.
Like both images, but the top one is great. Just my opinion, but I think it overpowers the lower images and would look even better on it's own. Very, very nice photo.
I agree. The top one is awesome.
Jay
I love that second shot, great angle and tones. Looks like a colourful place.
Both are excellent, but, for me the top one really shines. I love how you managed to work in all 3 primary colors. The point of view is neat as well. Great work!
Hi,
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I'm a sucker for symmetry (or almost-symmetry).
Emanuel, it looks more like whole-hearted copying rather than inspiration so I'm not sure what to say. I suppose in some ways I should be flattered, but I would prefer if you had a more derivative design rather than simply duplicating what I've done here. In any event, thanks for letting me know.
Hi Kendall,
As I already said, its the php work behind the scenes I am proud of. I know that it is rather a copy than inspired, I just wanted to say it in a nice way :)
I am already working on an own layout, so please don't be angry!
Nice shots, but having visited the library myself it feels like you failed to capture what the library is really about. The second shot is much closer than the first. The first one could be any library anywhere...at least the second one is leaking a little hint of the desert outside through the slits at the ceiling level... Nice composition and all, but the essence of the space you're trying to capture is even more important.
Hi Kendall:
Will be saving this print of PCL to inspire ideas for my next project.
Those table lamps are really cool..again, the colors are fantastic