Central Bank of Ireland, Dame Street, Dublin. By Sam Stephenson 1975. Controversial even after being reduced in height for contravening planning restrictions, this building is much un-loved but I've not come across this brave approach before.
A central column supports massive, balanced beams from which the floors are suspended, as can be clearly seen in this rather splendid shot. An habitual supporter of the under-dog, I have taken this fantastic piece of engineering under my wing and propose to defend it. If they really want to get rid of it, I'd gladly have it re-assembled in the grounds at Diplo Hall. MORE SUSPENSE !
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The Liquorice Allsort School of Architecture.
Shall be there next week. I look forward to seeing it. And the best possible pub is....?
blimey jon - quite a lot to chose from ! If you're around at lunch time and need a proper agricultural casoulet, check out The French Paradox in Balls Bridge - link on my post " oh molly "
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