The demolition of our old Rotterdam Central Station is making a steady progress. That's why I thought it would be a good idea to show you how it once started. Of course, nothing has been left of the well functioning station square (complete with cosy plant containers!) for decades now. The spaciousness of the central hall vanished into nothingness years ago, when a monstrosity of shops was placed straight in front of the glass facade. And even the ticket-office has been replaced by impersonal vending-machines and the umpteenth supermarket. But at least the pictures show clearly why the striking building by Sybold van Ravesteyn was once considered one of the pearls of post-war architecture in Rotterdam. That's why I say goodbye with an aching heart...farewell!







Bron afbeeldingen: www.gemeentearchief.rotterdam.nl
1 comment:
Aaah, die goeie ouwe tijd.
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