Across the canal from Saxo Bank and Horten is a new mall called Waterfront. Not the biggest one in town this one sports 35 shops and cafés on a total of 32.000 sq meters.
What stroke me, as I passed it (and no, I haven't been inside, malls are not my thing) is the facade of this black square building. At a distance it looks like it got green spots all over, but in reality it's holes in the black steel with a green lining underneath that creates this effect. A nice touch, but I sure hope that they have thought about corrosion and drainage with all these holes.
What stroke me, as I passed it (and no, I haven't been inside, malls are not my thing) is the facade of this black square building. At a distance it looks like it got green spots all over, but in reality it's holes in the black steel with a green lining underneath that creates this effect. A nice touch, but I sure hope that they have thought about corrosion and drainage with all these holes.
I really like this one...I hope it's practical as well...Your second photo is fantastic! I love this theme! So incredibly interesting! ~Janine
ReplyDeleteI'm sure they have anticipated that problem.
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to be back to this place again. You know, I lost words to tell you this past days :).
Looks great with green colour! Superb photos:)
ReplyDeleteVery nice and different facade.
ReplyDeleteMy first thought is always what the eye see, but the second is always for practicality. I hope it's the same for the architect.
ReplyDeleteIt matches the canal. Certainly is unique and quite striking. I'd love to see it in person. Maybe someday!
ReplyDeleteThe green/black... an interesting effect. I'm liking it a lot :)
ReplyDeleteIt does look striking with the green showing through the holes. My guess is, soon the green will be real and the dark metal will turn to red/orange (rust). The building looks kind of boxy, but I guess that is the style.
ReplyDelete@Clueless: It wouldn't be the first time that time have changed a building more than the architect had anticipated:-)
ReplyDeleteThanks to all for your comments.