Centre Point

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Centre Point, 1966 (2018)
New Oxford Street
London, May 2023

“In October 2005, Centre Point was bought from the previous owners, Blackmoor LP, by commercial property firm Targetfollow for £85 million. The building was extensively refurbished. As of 2009 occupants included US talent agency William Morris; the state-owned national oil company of Saudi Arabia, Aramco; Chinese oil company PetroChina; and electronic gaming company EA Games. It has since been purchased by Almacantar. Almacantar approached Conran and Partners for the refurbishment of the tower including change of use from office to residential, whilst MICA, formerly Rick Mather Architects, led the refurbishment of the lower rise buildings and the new affordable housing block. In 2015 work began on conversion of the building to residential flats. The restoration and conversion of the tower to a residential building was finished in March 2018. Much as had been the case at its original opening, the refurbished tower remains largely empty, with few windows lit in the evenings, the rest in darkness, despite at least half its units being sold. This has led to its being called one of London's ‘ghost towers’.” (Centre Point, Wikipedia)

Fontana della Torre

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Torre (Tower) fountain by Mario Berrettini, 1984
Via di Salicotto
Siena, April 2024

“Torre is situated just to the south-east of the Piazza del Campo in the centre of the city, and encompasses Siena's Jewish quarter and synagogue. Traditionally, its residents worked as woolcombers. Torre's symbol is an elephant (the contrada's original name was Liofante or Lionfante) with a tower on its back. Its colours are crimson, striped with white and blue.” (Contrade of Siena, Wikipedia)

Oficina de Correos

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Oficina de Correos (Post Office)
Plaza Chinorros
Fuengirola, March 2024

“Localidad (Local)
Provincia Málaga (Province of Málaga)
Resto de provincias (Other provinces)
Estranjero (Abroad)”

Piazza del Mercato

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Wooden and brick canopy, 1886
Piazza del Mercato
Siena, April 2024

“The Market Square (Piazza del Mercato), located in the medieval city of Siena in Tuscany, is a historic square known for its vibrant market activities and scenic views. Nestled behind the prominent Camp Square (Piazza del Campo) and adjacent to the back of the Pubblico Palace (Palazzo Pubblico), this square has been a central marketplace for centuries, playing a pivotal role in the city's daily life. Historically, the Market Square served as the cattle market, referred to as the Foro Boario, and was characterized by its unpaved ground and abundant trees. Over time, the square evolved to accommodate a broader range of market activities. By the late 19th century, it had transformed into a general produce market, with specialized areas for flower and vegetable vendors as well as poultry sellers, evidenced by an awning constructed in 1886 to shelter chicken and rabbit vendors. Today, the Market Square continues to function as a flea market on Wednesday mornings, offering a plethora of goods ranging from local produce to household items, maintaining its tradition as a bustling center of commerce. The square also provides exceptional views over the surrounding countryside and features elegant loggias at the rear of the Pubblico Palace, adding an architectural appeal to its historical and functional significance. This makes Market Square not only a place for local shopping but also a tourist attraction that captures the essence of Siena's medieval heritage.” (Piazza del Mercato, GPSMyCity)