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Bienalle Architectura 2012 - Common Ground
... being a favorite of mine has designed the Sumvitg Chapel we plan to visit while staying nearby at the Therme Vals bath house soon. This short was of the “a day in the life” type, which gave Steph some further insight into why I really enjoy both his work and general approach. There were also several engineering study models of the late Heinz Isler being exhibited in one of the main halls that, while they were supposed to inform Zaha Hadid’s ultra-modern ...
Venice: the main event
So a warm night in Fusina led to a few beers being consumed. First in seven month for me and I can safely say that my liver will not be appreciative of that tactic. We're in Venice where the boats are many, the sunshine strong and temperatures high. It's a great city and away from the pigeon **** covered square of San Marco, the pace is relaxed. Haven't seen a canal yet, which is odd for ...
Finally Venice
... of Murano, Burano and Torcello. These are known for glass and lace-making respectively, and Torcello is noted for the magnificent Byzantine Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta.
The lagoon city of Venice was first settled upon between the 5th and 6th centuries. More precisely, the city claims that it was born on the 25th of March, in the year 421. In an attempt to escape the invaders from the north, the people of ...
Venice - A postcard just for Lee!!
... next week, we’ll try to head out that way. Some of the glass has made it’s way to the shops of Venice. We entered a few to admire the intricate craftsmanship. I admired the abstract designs of the wine bottle stoppers. These would certainly make someone a nice present for Christmas or otherwise. I know many people who enjoy drinking wine but I can’t think of any who would have still have some left in the bottle at the end of an evening in order ...
Lost in Venice!
... Having spotted a couple from our group within proximity of the Rialto Bridge, I quickly lost sight of them as they disappeared behind an alley! Darn! I had the hopes of following them back to the hotel as a reassurance that I was on the right path but that quickly went out the window!
Looking at the small map of Venice that Michel held ...