BP4

BP4                                                        A Field Trip for the Sexes
This previous Friday was another campus field trip, in which we awoken our eyes to the good, the bad, and the ugly that surrounds us everyday.   We took note of the exceptional design styles/modifications that have taken place throughout the University's history, as well as the poor choices that have been made, though some of these seem to be just out of sheer laziness.   As well, we took notice of the Phalic and Chalice symbols, and more specifically, their location.

• Here we can see a representation of the Rotunda (or circle) that is at the main entrance of the EUC.
• It is illuminated well, as the skylight persona pours in natural light during the day and artificial light at night.
• It is also very well manufactured, in that its circular design provides heigth, stability, and great accoustics to the place.

• Here we can see some of the more problematic aspects of the space.   Heating vents are poorly hidden or built into the aethetics of the design.
• As well, the doors below the vent are not positioned well within the circular layout, causing confusion with the flow of human traffic.
• We also took note of how poorly centered the actual rotunda/circle is within the parameters of the EUC.   (Once this was pointed out to me)  It became abundantly clear how much of a design flaw this is to the appeal of the building, not to mention the campus.  (Now, I cannot help but notice how off-balance this feels, everytime I pass by the EUC.)

Here is another example of a prominent design that was praised along our journey.   This was a decidely good choice, post-WWII, for the Federal stylings, that help to highlight the Library, and also represent its prominence as a Library.

• The columns adorning the Library also help to reinforce this standard
• They can be possibly seen as phallic or phallices holding up the standards imposed here at the Library.
• What's more, they are very visible; that is, they are very much open to the public to be viewed and admired

• This is, perhaps, an example of a Chalice, given its shape and look.                                                   
• It is not meant to be an imposing structure or design; it is simply meant to be admired for its charm       and simplicity.                                                                                                                                  
•  Because of its refinement and its natural beauty, it begs the question : "Why is it hidden away               here, way down the Axis, all the way down beside the Music building?"