Not one car on Michigan Avenue on December 7, 2012
The dead of night
Not one car on Michigan Avenue on December 7, 2012
Tag: chicago
mies van der rohe, master modernist
one of the most influential architects in american history. there are three people commonly referred to as the father of modernism, however, most seem to tip their hats to mies.
If dogs played in the NFL.
I thought this was interesting sculpture for the top of a bus stop on in the middle of the city. Few people actually see it. Looks like a race to the death.
Christmas 222
The Peninsula Hotel, Chicago
The landmark and arguably finest hotel in Chicago dresses up for Christmas. During other times of the year, the lions where Chicago team sports jerseys.
John Hancock Buildling
The obsession with the JHB continues.
Sleeping man
A fall night, 39 degrees, but not for long.
Modernist Master, Mies van der Rohe
This building and three more nearby are considered seminal works by Mies van der Rohe. The German native turned American citizen is widely considered one the most influential architects and designers. Criticized for boxy buildings, Mies often replied less is more. His work inspired a generation of architects and continues to influence post modern design.
This building and three more nearby are considered seminal works by Mies van der Rohe. The German native turned American citizen is widely considered one the most influential architects and designers. Criticized for boxy buildings, Mies often replied less is more. His work inspired a generation of architects and continues to influence post modern design.
How do you get here?
At what point do the intersections of homelessness and addiction cross? This man looked to be about 50. What was he like at 49, 47, 39, 26, 18 and six years old? What must it be like to wake up at the bottom of a lamp post next to a garbage can and wonder what the next move should be.
At what point do the intersections of homelessness and addiction cross? This man looked to be about 50. What was he like at 49, 47, 39, 26, 18 and six years old? What must it be like to wake up at the bottom of a lamp post next to a garbage can and wonder what the next move should be.
Night Train
Green line train approaching the Ashland station with Chicago skyline in background. Taken September 22, 2012.
Green line train approaching the Ashland station with Chicago skyline in background. Taken September 22, 2012.
The Bellingham Sun 