Lofty Art in Downtown Phoenix

June 29th, 2008 categories: Architecture, Downtown Phoenix

This is the ceiling in the hallways of Orpheum Lofts, one of few true lofts in Phoenix. To some this is unsightly and just a bundle of pipes and signs.

Orpheum Lofts in Downtown Phoenix

I see it as craftsmanship; almost as art. Perfectly formed and aligned, the pipes, concrete and ties add visual appeal and value to the experience in the buildings. Its not a contrast but more a complement to the Art Deco pedigree of the building. This is much better looking then those horrific truly outdated and simply unattractive square ceiling tiles you see in many buildings, one of which was Tapestry on Central a newer, very nice building also on the Light rail. These pipes extend from the hallways to the interior units and sometimes run down bedroom wall and all perfectly in place. I love this building, not all the units, of course but most of them and i love to see craftsmanship which this building has plenty of.

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