Thanks Patti. Yes, I enjoy it in colour in person, but as an image I think the black and whit works better – there is too much to take in ion colour is there too.
Indeed. It is always referred to as a brutalist building, but that was never the intention of the designers, and it actually has too many curves. I think presque-brutaliste should become an official new term
Thanks, Sue. I’ve grown to like it over the years. I found a new way in on my wanders this week, next to part of the roman wall. And there was a lift đ
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And do I miss travel in your country, Debbie…? I was going to go this year, but it seems impossible. Thank you for a short glimpse.
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Maybe in September / October. Let’s hope!
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Hope
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Excellent. Nothing says solid like concrete! đ
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I really like this image in B & W, Debbie. It really makes the lines and shapes stand out.
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Thanks Patti. Yes, I enjoy it in colour in person, but as an image I think the black and whit works better – there is too much to take in ion colour is there too.
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Having lots of fun seeing all of the samples of architecture around the world, yours included Debbie!
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de l’architecture presque “brutaliste”. Mais une belle photo très gĂŠomĂŠtrique
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Indeed. It is always referred to as a brutalist building, but that was never the intention of the designers, and it actually has too many curves. I think presque-brutaliste should become an official new term
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Great lines!
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The Barbican is a very interesting area. The architecture of the buildings is a great subject for photos. I always enjoy your Barbican shots.
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Oh, I like it, youâre good at this brutalist lark
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Thanks, Sue. I’ve grown to like it over the years. I found a new way in on my wanders this week, next to part of the roman wall. And there was a lift đ
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Well spotted! Iâm missing my London adventures, and itâs always useful when my friends scout the land in advance!
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It has been great getting in while empty – I’m sure it will be much busier from Monday! And the trains too.
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Ah well,, my loss
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One of my favorite places in London. A tea on the water, watching the ducks, enjoying the quiet…
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I always enjoy a wander there. it’s great inside too – usually something interesting to see
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Lines and grids – excellent!
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Yes, it’s quite obliging with a few curves to soften things when needed
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