There are some interesting and delightful things happening around the city. At a Blenheim Street round-about I came across this Olympic display.Near the Shaw Tower, two containers have been converted into a small video theatre. While I'm not overly impressed with their exterior design, I like the fact that the re-use potential of containers is being showcased, and the display is partly powered by photo-voltaics.
I was also intrigued by the graphic film that has been installed on portions of Robson Square. It looks just like paint. While Arthur Erickson is probably spinning in his grave, I like the treatment to the step risers, and am intrigued by the possibilities of this product.
But I don't like the screens placed across the front of the Art Gallery. I think the concept is clever, and while I suspect the intention was to be provocative, this strikes me as a lost opportunity. (Having got to know many of the curators at the VAG during the 8 years I served as a VAG Trustee, I'm sure they feel they have probably succeeded if people like me don't like the installation!)
I do like what they have done with Pacific Centre!
And as for converting the Vancouver Club into the Olympic Club, well, the one million dollars that the club received will go a long way!
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