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Seattle Public Library


Seattle Public Library
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Copyright: Gary Larsen (gelarsen) Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 30 W: 1 N: 37] (263)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-05-23
Categories: Architecture
Camera: NikonD70, Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG AF, B+W 82mm 010 UV-Haze
Exposure: f/10.0, 1/8 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-05-31 8:18
Viewed: 457
Points: 2
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Designed by Rem Koolhaas, this eclectic modern library sits on a steep urban site in downtown Seattle Washington with a 29-foot (8.8-meter) height difference between its boundaries on Fourth and Fifth Avenues. I took this photo above the vast "Living Room" entrance, a large unprogrammed space that offers Seattleites an alternative to brand-name coffee shops as a place to relax, socialize, read, and connect wirelessly to the Internet. Koolhaas describes the library as being sculptural, but is not in any way an attempt to make a form. The library's appearance comes from pushing boxes around to stay within the height and setback restrictions and zoning codes.
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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 595 W: 0 N: 957] (4612)
  • [2008-06-15 5:59]

Hello Gary,
a very interesting and unique building. Very modern and artistic in architecture. I like the perspectives and steel lines that compliment its tough and rugged looks. A very well composed shot with clear depiction of the interior of the library. Thanks for sharing.

Regards,
Foozi

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