Weekly Assignment 1 (take two): Texture

[peterst6906]

or alternatively:

The tecture in architecture.

That's some right good spelling there, but hopefully you get the point.

We associate the concept of texture with the surface quality of an object, or the tactile feel of a surface. Whether something is smooth or rough is a simple example.

In architecture, the overall impact of a building is determined by a number of factors, with it suface quality being one element that architects manipulate through building materials and finishes.

A recent example that highlights the importance of surface texture in design is the 'Birdsnest' Olympic Stadium in Beijing.

From a viewer's perspective, apparent changes in surface texture are also one of the visual signs we use in determining the age of a building.

This challenge will run until Sunday, 15 November, so you have 2 weeks to get out and create some images that show the surface of a structure and how it's texture is important to the impression that the building creates.

Peter

[Mr P]

Has the gentleman from Arnhem abandoned architectural assignments?

Mr P

[peterst6906]

Probably not, but the last one was up for a while, so I thought I'd post something new.

Just unstickyíng it dropped it down to page 3. No post since 25 August.

[BovrilArg]

Ok so I had posted this one today in the Black and White section. Here you have texture from a long time back.

B&W Texture

[peterst6906]

Originally Posted by BovrilArg

Ok so I had posted this one today in the Black and White section. Here you have texture from a long time back.

B&W Texture

Yeah, I saw that one earlier.

Good example of how a photograph can bring out the surface and create an impression of age and construction.

Regards,

Peter

[Mr P]

Museum, Winchester UK


Flint nodules set in cement.

Mr P

[peterst6906]

I love those old buildings in the UK. There are a lot like that around Old Winsdor as well.

Different to the architecture in other parts of Europe and that one is restored really well too.

[Mr P]

Stone and tile


A fragment of a 12th century monastery, 650m above sea level, high on a mountain.

Mr P

[Mr P]

Shiny & reflective in Lisbon (recycled)



Mr P

[peterst6906]

Also a recycled one before I go shooting in the morning.

Smooth:



Part of the city council complex in The Hague.

Regards,

Peter

[Mr P]

More stone & tile/brick. Underfloor heating, Roman style, excavated.

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Mr P

[Bob B]

Nice set of images Mr P.
The following photos are less spectacular but they show how the builder deviated from the norm in my suburban neighborhood. Usually the masonry has a rough surface but here is a smooth surface; round stones. Also the stone exterior blends with the chimney stones which creates the impression of a giant fireplace which speaks of warmth. This home expresses low friction and warmth = a happy home IMO.

[peterst6906]

Glad I didn't live in that house as a kid Bob.

When I was growing up I used to hit a tennis ball against the side of the house every day (drove my mum crazy). Would have been impossible with that place.

Great texture.

[mrpalmer420]

Here are two I took today at lunch at a nearby Park. This is a bridge over a stream. First i blew out the sky a little bit But i really like the second one.

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[Bob B]

Originally Posted by peterst6906

Glad I didn't live in that house as a kid Bob.

When I was growing up I used to hit a tennis ball against the side of the house every day (drove my mum crazy). Would have been impossible with that place.

Great texture.

Thanks. I know what you mean about the tennis ball. As a kid I used to throw a heavy sponge rubber ball against the 4 masonry steps located at the back entrance to my parent's house. Sometimes I missed the steps and hit the noise generating aluminum door. My parents and neighbors just loved being startled 'bang! '

[Rense]

Originally Posted by Mr P

Has the gentleman from Arnhem abandoned architectural assignments?

Mr P

Mr Posthumus I presume ?
He only acted as an in between moderator to keep this board a bit going while ebears and someone called peter were working on their future plans.

Peter has a great assignment. He and Mr. Posthumus are planning on some more goodies.

[Rense]

Originally Posted by peterst6906

Also a recycled one before I go shooting in the morning.

Smooth:



Part of the city council complex in The Hague.

Regards,

Peter

Hey, you picked my style!

[Mr P]

Polished granite



The inscription is repeated in Portuguese and English on the other sides of this plinth. ('Natal' = Portuguese for Christmas.)

Mr P

PS afterthought...
Not really a building but buildings are often covered in this stuff. (I just don't have a photograph of one.)

[nubz]

Rense suggested I post this pic in here last year. This may be a great time for it. Biosphere 2 in Arizona.

[Rense]

Concrete texture