Category: Architecture gone wrong

I recently came across the following in a design project. It brings a whole new meaning to multitasking.

Perhaps it’s a European thing!

Spotted in Worchester MA. This one is a real gem!

  

Here’s an update on this architectural gem! Yup, now that it’s finished it still leave the same impression!

Remember this one: https://alanjquinn.com/2014/05/02/architecture-gone-wrong/

Well it defiantly got worse! I have nothing to add. This one speak volumes all by itself.

This facade update is currently under construction on the Mall Road in Burlington MA. I’m not sure where the architect (if we can actually call him/her that) got the inspiration, but it appears they can only see up to 25′, or the top of there addition. Perhaps they have vertigo, but the last time I checked mid 80’s glass and brick does not go with Egyptian Revival!

Here’s a view from down the road. It’s quite the juxtaposition.

Here’s a closer shot.

I wonder what’s the thesis behind it? I can imagine a design meeting….

Designer: I think we need to play off the existing vernacular by transposing the brick and glass to ratify the exposure of the edifice. (archi babble – like politician talk, then say a lot and means anything)

Owner: I like Egypt.

Designer: Well, don’t you think the arrangement of facade openings mirrors a more common and diverse pattern that allows fluid movement in, around and through the site.

Owner: I like Egypt.

Designer: I understand your desire to re-energies the justification of entrance verses exits upon which we can apply a deep and meaningful feeling of enclosure, where the general popular will feel welcome, relaxed and secure.

Owner: I like Egypt.

Designer: So you like Egypt. Great, let’s put on an ugly curved parapet, which will stand out like a sore thumb.

Owner: Like I said, I like Egypt.