Room With a View
I recently forewent free wine and networking so I could explore the terraces of Roy Harrover's Memphis College of Art.
I discovered that, like the studios, the bathrooms on the top floor opened directly to the outside terrace.
See?
Usually a bathroom that opens directly to the elements is a problem, of abuse and neglect.
But on the top floor of the MCA, open to nature but controlled access to the public, it's clean. And it's cool. At least I think it's cool.
Leaving the door open will probably get you expelled, but there is the view.
I discovered that, like the studios, the bathrooms on the top floor opened directly to the outside terrace.
See?
Usually a bathroom that opens directly to the elements is a problem, of abuse and neglect.But on the top floor of the MCA, open to nature but controlled access to the public, it's clean. And it's cool. At least I think it's cool.
Leaving the door open will probably get you expelled, but there is the view.
Labels: architecture, I Am a Weirdo, Memphis College of Art, Old Forest, Overton Park
posted by gatesofmemphis at 9:30 AM
2 Comments:
I wonder if Harrover and Mann also designed Christ Methodist? The original architecture in the main sanctuary and central courtyard uses some similar elements to the College of Art.
great post
ive walked that third floor
twice a week
for two years
very comforting
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