The controversial Blues Point Tower apartment block in the northern suburb of McMahons Point blocks the view to the Sydney Harbour Bridge from Balls Head Reserve, across Berrys Bay.
Blends into it surrounds nicely, not. You know, the architect was quite proud of his building and disappointed that he could not build his other two towers.
Andrew, I think the only people in Sydney who like this building would be the ones that live in it and enjoy the specatcular views. Most Sydneysiders would be relieved that the plans to build more towers here and at The Rocks, never eventuated.
It is a shame that the view is ruined, but it's definitely a gray area. How do you prevent someone from building on their property just because there is something to see somewhere beyond it?
Mike B, thankfully there are stricter rules these days preventing people overdeveloping some sensitive areas such as this but it is still a constant struggle.
Might be considered a carbuncle But when I stayed in it on a sydney visit the views are amazing. imagine a view of the bridge (good old Dorman Long Steel) Th e opera house and in the harbour the QE2.British Steel again. Look on the good points.
I sometimes despair over developers who have the arrogance to build such things in such inappropriate places.
ReplyDeleteHmmm.The bridge is lovely but the building is unfortunate.
ReplyDeleteYes, like your previous commentors, I'm wondering how much silver crossed how many palms to despoil this view with that thing.
ReplyDelete«Louis» sees why the apartment block is controversial. As billyB suggested, there must have been some payoffs somewhere...
ReplyDeleteBe that as it may, «Louis» welcomes your contribution to Sunday Bridges.
J Bar, very interesting image. Had never seen the bridge (or the building for that matter) from the south side of Sydney. Thank you.
ReplyDeletei can see why the tower is controversial. the tenants must pay the price for the view of the bridge!:p marvelous shot!
ReplyDeleteI love how you've composed this!
ReplyDeleteIt sure is in the way.
ReplyDeleteControversial indeed ...
ReplyDeleteVery unfortunate, what is the architect thinking and those responsible to approve it ...
ReplyDeleteWell ... sadly, money speaks louder than words.
ReplyDeleteHappy travels!!
superb summery image. in here, we are surrounded by white :)
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ReplyDeletegrande immagine piena di effetto !!!!
Mi piacerebbe molto poterlo vdere da vicino !
Buona giornata :)
Myriam
It is a shame to block the view of such a pretty bridge. Great shot.
ReplyDeleteBlends into it surrounds nicely, not. You know, the architect was quite proud of his building and disappointed that he could not build his other two towers.
ReplyDeleteImpressive bridge.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and Happy New Year to all my blogging buddies...
Patty, and Abe Lincoln
Brookville, Ohio
It's a handsome bridge!
ReplyDeleteAndrew, I think the only people in Sydney who like this building would be the ones that live in it and enjoy the specatcular views. Most Sydneysiders would be relieved that the plans to build more towers here and at The Rocks, never eventuated.
ReplyDeleteWe've yet to see what they do with Barangaroo.
ReplyDeleteThat tower has no redeeming features whatsoever - apart from the view and us mere mortals have no access to that.
I like those rainbow arch type bridges!
ReplyDeleteI can see why the tower is controversial, but it's a great shot though.
ReplyDeleteIt is a shame that the view is ruined, but it's definitely a gray area. How do you prevent someone from building on their property just because there is something to see somewhere beyond it?
ReplyDeleteMike B, thankfully there are stricter rules these days preventing people overdeveloping some sensitive areas such as this but it is still a constant struggle.
ReplyDeleteMight be considered a carbuncle But when I stayed in it on a sydney visit the views are amazing. imagine a view of the bridge (good old Dorman Long Steel) Th e opera house and in the harbour the QE2.British Steel again. Look on the good points.
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