In a perfect world I'd go back here when the weather was more favourable and try for a better picture. And, in a perfect world this building never would have been built. There is a lesson in there somewhere but I'm damned if I can figure out what it is.
Vancouver puts a lot of effort into maintaining what the planners call 'view corridors' in order that we can continue to see the water and mountains while the city grows, constructing more and more buildings so there is someplace to put everyone.
Back in the early '6os I doubt much thought was given to maintaining the view as it probably didn't seem to be in jeopardy. So buildings like this were built creating a huge wall and blocking the view to the north for anyone unlucky enough to find themselves directly south of it.
It's not the worst offender in terms of blocking views but this building on Chestnut Street in Kitsilano could never get a permit today. The good citizens of Vancouver would have a conniption if it did.
