The Treasury Building - Columns

The Treasury Building - Columns

Image by Glyn Lowe Photoworks
The present Treasury Building was built over a period of 33 years between 1836 and 1869. The east and center wings, designed by Robert Mills, architect of the Washington Monument and the Patent Office Building, comprise the first part of the building constructed between 1836 to 1842. The most architecturally impressive feature of the Mills design is the east colonnade running the length of the building. Each of the 30 columns is 36 feet tall and is carved out of a single piece of granite. The interior design of the east and center wings is classically austere, in keeping with the Greek Revival style.
Later additions were made to the original wings, beginning with the construction of the south wing from 1855 to 1860 and the west wing from 1855- 1864. The preliminary design of the wings was provided by Thomas Ustick Walter, architect of the Capitol dome, but architects Ammi B. Young and Isaiah Rogers refined the plans, designed the interior details, and supervised construction. While the exterior of the building was executed along the lines of the original Mills wings, the interiors of the later wings reflect changes in both building technology and aesthetic tastes. Iron columns and beams reinforced the building's brick vaults; the architectural detailing became much more ornate, following mid-nineteenth century fashion. The final addition to the Treasury Building was the north wing, built from 1867 to 1869. Its architect was Alfred B. Mullett. Similar in construction and decor to the south and west wings, the north wing is unique as the site of the Cash Room -- a two-story marble hall in which the daily financial business of the U.S. Government was transacted. The room opened in 1869 as the site of President Grant's inaugural reception.
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dannychoo.com London & France Meetup

Image by Danny Choo
LondonNext week I will be in London after 5 years of absence. Will be interesting to see how Ol' Blighty has changed over the years. Looking forward to some savaloy n chips, Tescos biscuits and crumpets with hot butter.Will be spending a lot of time at dads studio making stuff. While I did leave the fashion business to pursue my real passion in Japan, I'm still interested in the fashion biz and have maintained my shoe and accessory design and manufacture skills.On the 13th of April 2010 from 18:00, I will be presenting at the University of London. The title of the talk is "Creative Industries in Japan: an audience with Danny Choo" - full details at the SOAS page.I will be talking with an audience of staff and students followed by a QA session. If you want to know about working in IT/anime/figure or publishing business then you may want to come along. During the networking session, I can also answer your questions about living in Japan / looking for a job / buying or renting properties / setting up a business and so on.
You will also get to meet other like minded folks and you may even discover some interesting opportunities - bring a name card!
Light snacks and drinks will be provided for consumption during the networking session from 20:00 - 21:00.Time and LocationThornhaugh Street
Russell Square, London WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom
020 7898 4915
Google maps.
18:00 - 21:00RegistrationPlease register here if you plan to come. Entrance is free.
See you at 18:00 on the 13th in London!
Ah, I'll probably be dancing in armor around London and will give you time and locations through my Twitter or Facebook.

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COMMITTED! Portland's Alternative Bridal Event Curated by Luxe Event Productions

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THE MAIN EVENT
WHEN
FRIDAY, October 21

TIME
FIVE pm - NINE pm

THE VENUE
Leftbank Annex
101 North Weidler Street
Portland, OR 97227-1875

FASHION SHOW
SIXthirty pm
Alterna Bridesmaid and Gmen Fashion Walk

EIGHT pm
Bride and Groom Fashion Walk & Grand Finale!