From: Genius of Place by Justin Martin (Recommended Reading)
During his travels, Mr. Olmsted was often struck by how the demands of commerce crowded OUT anything of lasting value – a venerable Olmstedian theme.
Old Kenmore Square. Westgate Hotel designed by Arthur Vinal. The Westgate is prototypically Boston in its 1890s architectural styling. Clad with yellow brick with integrated carved stone and ornamentation, with bowed copper bays. It WAS a fitting gateway into Kenmore Square and an example of Victorian Boston architecture (Demolished 2020)New Kenmore Square
A marathon finish. A first kiss. Winter sledding. Summer concert. Protest, picnic, celebration, self-care. Parks and public places are made of common purpose and private moments. Share yours.
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