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Originally Posted by savevp
Been lurking in this thread and might suggest an answer, as I've grappled with this question myself.
Woodsworth College at the UofT incorporates old houses but also references the materials (wood,metals,brick,stone) and incorporates modern glass and massing. The result is, to me, a certain timelessness, or the sensation of bridging many architectural eras. I absolutely love it in there; the details are superb.
It was designed in the early '90s, I believe and, to me, represents the perfect fusion of old and new architecture. It's undeniably modern and doesn't try to imitate any historical structure, but shuns the minimalism and almost effort - lacking feel of so much built today - including its baAnaAl architectsAlliance-designed neighbour of a residence tower.
Quick tour: http://www.bartonmyers.com/WOOD_03.htm |
It's interesting.. sorta reminds me in some ways of the I-wing at mohawk college.. I do believe a fusion has merit.
Generally I tend to be happy if there is some sort of molded or carved element somewhere outside or inside of the building. Some artistic statement.