Some views from outside
I absolutely liked the stained glass. They had a purple color from the outside and a warm and beautiful pink shade in the inside.
I appreciated the work of the moldings and columns, lattice work is stunning, everything seems to be made out of wood but it's not. It also gives a oriental side at the architecture that contrasts with the rest of the building.
The entrance is spectacular, vast with monumental stairs and a very high ceiling (with art deco roof lights). I like the "heaven side" of this room, created thanks to this majestic oriel window and the immaculate walls.
A close-up of the colorful tapestry by Sonia Delaunay. The Institute wants to show its interest for all types of art (Architecture, painting, sculpture, cinema...)
I've been amazed by the library room. I love when architects use natural materials and this room is made almost entirely of wood. It used to be the reception room (we can see it with the wooden mezzanine) and we can still feel the warm atmosphere.
After the tour I decided to go for a walk in what is one of my favorite area in London. South West London is full of stunning red brick victorian houses (I adore this kind of architecture), natural shades architecture and amazing mansions near the Thames.
Here are some pictures of buildings that caught my eyes during this walk.
I fell in love with the red brick architecture when I've been in a trip to UCLA. I find this hospital absolutely stunning.
Battersea Power Station that was opened to the public for the occasion
I discovered this amazing kitsch bridge, Albert Bridge, which differs completely from the rest of the surrounding architecture. I loved the sky blue and green columns and of course the cute light pink shade of the gateway. I love walking randomly in the street and come across that kind of interesting structures.
Natural shades and moldings
Came accros a very interested Buddha temple in Battersea Park.
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