Triumphal architecture

This is the old court building in Manchester that is now surrounded, but thankfully spared, by modern Spinningfields. You can see it reflected in the windows.

I can't believe how the architects of Spinningfields appear to have managed to escape being influenced by this late 50s/ early 60s example of how glazed modernism can also be grand, beautiful and attractive. With its steps and elegance it includes, rather than excludes people.

Close up of the zingy colour co ordinated couple at the top of the steps is on flickr.