This month Becky (the Queen of Squares) has challenged us to find lines. In Squares naturally. That is the only proper ‘rule’. I have been dipping into the archives for this one, as well as finding local lines.
zig zag
We are nearing the end now so if you want to join in then you still have two more days! Post one image or several, but remember that it must be a square.
October Squares | Day 29
That’s an impressive floor, Jude. Nice overhead shot too.
Best wishes, Pete. x
Such a beautiful Victorian building Pete and so very nearly lost! From 1959 to 1971, the QVB faced near-demolition. Thankfully it has been properly restored and is absolutely glorious.
Sydney? I’d never have thought 🙂 🙂
A gorgeous building Jo with some very expensive shops!
Ah! QVB. Last time I was there it was near Xmas and I got quite carried away taking photos of the tree. I should have looked down!
It was decorated for Christmas when I was there. Such a lovely building.
Isn’t it. There were quite a few grand buildings in NZ and Aus built around the same time and with that wonderful attention to both macro-design and detail. Not many left now so those that remain are to be treasured.
Love the perspective. You made me think again about visiting Sydney. Even a guided tour.
QVB GUIDED TOURS
Experience the history and grandeur of the Queen Victoria Building with a guided tour.
Learn about the history of the building from design and conception, through its life as Sydney Markets, its refurbishments and life today as a bustling shopping centre. Discover the splendid architecture featured throughout the building with the majestic central dome, glorious stained glass windows and clocks as your major highlights.
Tour Cost: $15 pre-bookings, $20 walk-in
Running Time: approximately 45 minutes
Tour Times: 11:30 am and 1:30pm Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
Booking: Contact QVB Concierge located on Ground Floor or call 9264 9209
I would love to do that tour, it really is a very interesting building. Not sure when or even if I will visit Sydney again though.
Me neither!
Great shot! It’s interesting how the lines have rearranged themselves into almost every geometric pattern I can imagine.
It’s a beauty! I love the Victorian tiled floors and have always wanted a house with a hallway with the encaustic geometric tiling.
That’s a lovely floor. 🙂 When I visited the building I don’t remember noticing the floors in particular because I think I was mainly looking up at the clocks!
I always notice floors like these! I love them!
ooh I nearly missed this one! What a fabulous zig zag