It's the small moments here that stay with you.
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This week
Doesn't try too hard, which is exactly why it works.
I've never seen concrete look like that.
I'll be back in different weather.
This month
The detail at the joints is what sold me.
Spent the train ride home trying to articulate what I felt and I still can't quite name it.
I lost track of time wandering through.
Patina is doing real work here.
Outside is better than inside.
Worth multiple visits at different times of day.
Lovely, even on a gray day.
Felt very European, in the best way.
Pictures online lie.
I think buildings like this are why I still get excited about architecture after all these years. Doesn't try to be loud, but says exactly what it wants to say.
It commits to its idea fully and doesn't apologize for it. I respect that.