• architecture,  Cityscapes/Urban,  quotes

    Creative People

    Stairs

    “Creative people are constantly asking What If? They work with challenges constantly and don’t focus on them, they focus on the potential outcomes. They’re positive and not easily put off by failure. They resonate with the words of Buckminster Fuller: “There is no such thing as a failed experiment, only experiments with unexpected outcomes.” They understand that creation is a process, not a product, and that mistakes are some of the best tools for learning lessons and finding new directions.” David Dechumin

    The above quote is from a post by David DeChumin on creativity. I’ve been following him for 2-3 years, read all but one of his books and know he stresses we focus on our creativity. Anyway I’m going to share the link in case anyone wants to check it out.

    Something called as I walked by these recessed stairs and saw the lines created by the building and shadows. There were no bells or whistles just something caused me to stop and really look. I took a lot of images. I no longer saw green or stairs or shadows but knew there was an image here for me and maybe some others.

  • architecture

    I wonder …

    Stairs in Santa Barbara

    … where these steps lead? Anyway, I’m headed to the airport for a short 2-day trip. See ya in a couple days and hope you have a good weekend, wherever those steps lead you.

  • architecture,  Travel

    Oval Window

     

    The Oval Window
    The Oval Window

    I have the opportunity to look out a lot of hotel windows. It comes along with the line of work I do. I must say there are some very interesting windows out there and some pretty boring windows. All kinds of shapes and designs. Some windows will have wonderful views while some will have crappy views. This window has both, a wonderful design and view. I discovered this window while on my search for breakfast. Some may not believe this, but do I like to use the stairs while in hotels so I can get in some much needed exercise as it helps keep my pants from shrinking as quickly. On this particular morning I opened the door to the stairwell and wall-ah, there was this oval window looking out over the wooded valley with the American flag proudly blowing in the light breeze. I excitedly ran back to my room, as if the window was going anywhere, and grabbed my camera then happily took a bunch of photos. I eventually walked down the four flights of stairs and ate breakfast, which was pretty good, and then took some more images on the way back. Now back to work.