Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Architecture Through the Ages, Part 6: The Modern Era

Mexico City's interesting architecture continues into the current day:


Especially interesting: the building above is a government office building. What a difference from the United States, where government seemingly tries to be as ugly and inconspicuous as possible.

There are plenty of new private office and apartment buildings around as well:


And odd juxtapositions of eras are common:


Whether they're pleasing to the eye, or jarring, I will leave to you to decide.

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