Railroad Street

Railroad Street

Railroad Street is a common street name; especially in old rural towns. As the name implies it parallels the main railroad line. Sometimes the railroad is gone; but the street remains. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries railroads were the lifeblood of the community. This was all before UPS, FedEx, commercial airlines, and…

Curved Design

Curved Design

The curved design that’s at the heart of a local mixed-use (residential/retail) development has piqued my interest for quite a while. Therefore, it’s no surprise that it was the first place I chose to resume my photography. Curves in architecture are often used to create a sense of flow and playfulness. One entrance in particular…

Cheapside

Cheapside

Cheapside was once a thriving little town. It isn’t anymore. According to Wikipedia, “Cheapside had three grocery and general stores, a drugstore, a broom factory, a blacksmith shop, a hotel, a butcher shop, a barbershop, a confectionery, several doctors, a Masonic lodge and a Woodmen lodge, a daily stagecoach, and at least two saloons.” Now,…

YMCA, “The Y”

YMCA, “The Y”

The YMCA (Young Men’s Christian Association) is a world-wide organization whose mission is to “is to empower young people and communities worldwide to build a just, sustainable, equitable and inclusive world, where every person can thrive in body, mind and spirit.” It is reportedly in over 120 countries with over 10,000 local associations. I recently…

Lyrical Abstracts

Lyrical Abstracts

Lyrical Abstracts is a collection of architectural abstract images of Houston’s Lyric Garage. In an earlier post, I included 2 images of the Lyric. Both, are a traditional composition. Accordingly, each is shot from the corner and include the entire building. Additionally, one was taken during the day and one in early evening. The difference…