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Originally Posted by SactownRob
Well, they're not the first to try to play off the mansard roof theme (if, in fact, that's what they're doing). This is one of the design concepts submitted for Lot A by Philip Johnson (RIP) and John Burgee back around 1989 or so. The round building, as some of you may recall, was supposed to be a Ritz Carlton. And then, of course, the recession hit....
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Thanks for finding and posting that pic; I remember that proposal. I still think that combo of buildings makes an excellent block. I've always been a fan of mansard roofs, and that tiered design is awesome!
BTW, what happened to the idea of lighting the cal epa building on the top; i swear that was in the orginal design, and when the hell are they going to light ziggurnat. I'm glad you are in town making a splash, we need more like you! Please dont go back to nyc although im sure its tempting; im getting the itch for another visit.