RPG   10 #121 Posted December 7, 2006 I must say that there are a lot of racists disguising themselves as architecture critics here - you make me laugh.  Nothing like a bit of generalising is there  For reference, here's the new mosque which I believe to be far nicer looking:  http://img362.imageshack.us/img362/5418/mosrf4.jpg  Gradiated design using the slope to maximum effect, gold leafed domes (which should look very impressive pre-sunset) and a very interestingly designed minaret, it also has some scope to add some much needed greenery to the area which will help brighten it up even more.   (planning docs here: http://planning.sheffield.gov.uk/publicaccess/dc/DcApplication/application_detailview.aspx?caseno=J4R7V2NY6B000&searchtype=WEEKLY) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Annoni_mouse   10 #122 Posted December 7, 2006 Nothing like a bit of generalising is there  For reference, here's the new mosque which I believe to be far nicer looking:  http://img362.imageshack.us/img362/5418/mosrf4.jpg  Gradiated design using the slope to maximum effect, gold leafed domes (which should look very impressive pre-sunset) and a very interestingly designed minaret, it also has some scope to add some much needed greenery to the area which will help brighten it up even more.   (planning docs here: http://planning.sheffield.gov.uk/publicaccess/dc/DcApplication/application_detailview.aspx?caseno=J4R7V2NY6B000&searchtype=WEEKLY)  Must admit, Ive not seen the Heeley mosque in a while, but when I saw it being built, I thought it looked OK.  But the one in the link above is a beautiful looking building. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
coyote13 Â Â 10 #123 Posted December 7, 2006 I have put a few pictures here, in case any critics want to point out the 'crap detailing' and rubbish architecture. I'm afraid this trained eye sees considerable quality, although the relationship to the local housing is highlighted. Â http://public.fotki.com/marcus13/wolseley-road-mosqu/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
coyote13 Â Â 10 #124 Posted December 7, 2006 RPG, if the caps fits .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Bago   10 #125 Posted December 7, 2006 coyote13: Yes, the pictures you showed makes the building looks magnificent. That's because it's a sunny day, and the light blue sky makes the light coloured yellow bricks looks quite light and bright.  However, and then you see this ! http://public.fotki.com/marcus13/wolseley-road-mosqu/20060711wolseleyrdm-2.html  Notice the difference in the shades of those bricks ? The whole street still has old red bricks, and the new building has new bright yellow bricks. Tell me that the two go together.  Yes, the architecture and the style do look magnificent actually. Especially now that you showed me those photos. Cos I haven't had a chance to walk onto the premises and take a good look. I saw it from a distance or in the car passing the road in front of it. It definitely stands out, for sure.  Anyway, well done to the local muslim community for raising the money to build such a religious building. I was reading another site. It is definitely not cheap to build one. Respect given where it's due. Yes, they have my respect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
rubydazzler   11 #126 Posted December 7, 2006 As an architect then, coyote, is there any reason why a mosque here should have to look like a mosque in somewhere like Pakistan?  I still think that they had the opportunity to build something really radical and they missed the chance.  As I said, the little church at Gleadless Valley, is totally unlike any other church I've ever seen and it's quite eyecatching.  They could have built something equally suited for the purpose but that fitted in with the surroundings better. Of course, there may be a plan to raze the rest of the area to the ground to provide grounds more in keeping with the massing.  It's been done before. After all most of the rest of the area was demolished in the 70s. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
pinky_786   10 #127 Posted December 7, 2006 how would you like to pay  we have a grant from sheffield city council  what grant is that?! the mosque was built from donations from the muslim community so get your facts right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
RPG Â Â 10 #128 Posted December 7, 2006 RPG, if the caps fits .... Â I think you need to look up the word "racist" in the dictionary... Â The pictures you posted show small sections of the building out of context, if you look at it as a whole (thats... in context with the surroundings), and its integration into adjacent properties, it's very bad from a design point of view (not cheap looking, just poorly designed), and if you still think the opposite and claim to have 40 years plus experience in 'architecture' I suggest you tear up the ol' RIBA membership card. Â Alternatively, you can keep your blinkered views out of this topic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
coyote13 Â Â 10 #129 Posted December 7, 2006 Thank you Bago, but you might have read my comment below the picture regarding scale. I do not take issue with your comment on the colour of the bricks, but it's the scale, rather than the colour which I find most 'inapropriate'. Â It's people's comments about it being 'rubbish' and 'cheap' which are not based on any informed criticism of the building. It appears that their criticism is based on ethnicity, not on the quality of the building. Â I often say, "there's no accounting for taste", especially when a client suggests something 'gruesome'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
guest121 Â Â 10 #130 Posted December 7, 2006 if it was a church i would say it was ugly and inappropriate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
RPG Â Â 10 #131 Posted December 7, 2006 Exactly Pasty. Â I don't like the vaguely recent addition to the Cathedral either (that metal bit), so does that mean I hate Christians too? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
rubydazzler   11 #132 Posted December 7, 2006 It appears that their criticism is based on ethnicity, not on the quality of the building. I often say, "there's no accounting for taste",  You're right there is "no accounting for taste" and I really object to almost being deemed racist just because I happen to find a building out of place, overbearing and garish.  We were asked our opinions and I've given mine. For the record I find the new school that's replaced Anns Road School cheap looking, overbearing and out of place too. That looks like a giant garden shed IMO. I'd hate to think I had to look out on that every morning when I opened my blinds. So you can put me down as schoolist as well as person with no taste! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...