There are times when making judgments about architecture is an uncertain business, full of gray areas and nuance. It was clear to see right away that the Snøhetta plan has major flaws. It would transform one of the archly ironic landmarks of postmodern architecture into something agreeably “updated,” which is to say perfectly bland. SIGN UP for the free Essential Arts & Culture newsletter »DBOX The existing building, left, and the proposed redesign. It met the street with an oversized, arched entry, leading to a lobby as high as a seven-story building.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 01, 2017 19:07 UTC