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This is Walmart Supercenter # 4350 at 200 Old Fairgrounds Way in Kilmarnock, VA.
Despite opening in 2007, this store feels a smaller than a traditional Supercenter, and lacks a Tire Center. This is the only Walmart store in Virginia's Northern Neck.
Complete with selfie (and it's not Southwark, ignore the pathetic naming of locations by Flickr's mapping (dys)function)
Shinjuku, a bustling district in Tokyo, Japan, epitomizes the perfect blend of historical charm and modern-day sophistication. This vibrant urban scene showcases a multitude of buildings adorned with colorful advertisements and signage, characteristic of the district's lively commercial atmosphere. Key landmarks in the image include the prominently featured "Promise" and "Lake" buildings, each representing the diverse array of services and retail opportunities available in Shinjuku. The "Ichigo" building, with its sleek, modern design, further emphasizes the dynamic nature of this area, where old meets new in a harmonious architectural symphony.
The diverse architectural styles of Shinjuku's buildings tell a story of the district's evolution. From modern glass facades reflecting Tokyo's ever-changing skyline to traditional structures that nod to the city's rich history, the buildings in Shinjuku create a unique and eclectic urban tapestry. The colorful advertisements and signage add to the vibrancy of the scene, illustrating the energetic pulse of the district, known for its entertainment, shopping, and dining options. The clear sky and scattered clouds enhance the atmosphere, inviting visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the multifaceted experiences Shinjuku offers.
Historically, Shinjuku has been a focal point of Tokyo's urban development. It has grown from a post station during the Edo period into a major commercial and administrative center. The district is home to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, luxury hotels, department stores, and countless eateries, making it a hub of activity day and night. The area's commitment to preserving its heritage while embracing modernity is evident in its architecture and urban planning.
Whether you are a history buff, architecture enthusiast, or just looking to dive into the vibrant culture of Tokyo, Shinjuku promises an unforgettable experience. The district's blend of past and present, traditional and contemporary, creates an engaging and dynamic environment that captures the essence of Tokyo.
Virginia First Financial Services
4400 E. Main Street
Richmond, Virginia
37º31'13" N 77º24'57" W
This building was reportedly built in 1929 as the headquarters of the James River Oil Company.
"New series of stock in the Fifth and York Building & Loan Association will be issued on the evening of Thursday, October 17th, 1929, at the office of Horace A. C. Kopp, 2405 N. Fifth St. It is not what you earn, but what you save that counts."
I wonder how the Fifth and York Building and Loan Association, located in Philadelphia, Pa., fared as it issued stock just before the Wall Street Crash of 1929. The date of its stock issuance was one week before October 24, "Black Thursday," which was the start of the stock market crash at the New York Stock Exchange.
I don't think I'd ever be comfortable sitting at the desks below...
Macquarie Bank's new 50 Martin Place, Johnson Pilton Walker-designed headquarters won the Harry Seidler Award for Commercial Architecture at the 2015 National Architecture Awards for its two-year, $100 million refurbishment, which lets lots of light through a central atrium.
This refurbishment widened and reopened the original 1928 building's atrium which had been blocked by plant and air-conditioning in later years. The new design added the two-floor stainless steel canopy shown in the previous photo, and architects Bligh Voller Nield put in the staircase.
Modern technology allowed the floor plates to be cut back from internal supporting columns, which were stripped and painted white. The company's staff get to mingle as they share a kitchen every second floor. Circular glass lifts go from the ground floor banking chamber to the top.
The Wells Fargo Office occupies the downstairs of a two story structure in Columbia, California. William Daegener rented a portion of the structure as early as 1853 and used them as the Columbia office of the Wells Fargo Company. He and his family lived upstairs. Fires burnt down the structure on a number of occasions. In 1856 Daegener purchased the building and two years later rebuilt it in brick. In 1872 Daegener sold the building to H. Sevening, who became the Wells Fargo Agent. He in turn sold to a man named Conlin, who ran the Wells Fargo Office as well as a store and telegraph office.
In 1914 Wells Fargo closed the Columbia office, but Conlin continued to run his other businesses out of the building. Wells Fargo gained possession of the building during this time. After Conlin died in the 1930's, Wells Fargo allowed his sisters to continue residing in the buildings. In 1946 the State of California purchased the structure from Wells Fargo as part of the creation of Columbia State Historic Park.
In 1852, Henry Wells and William Fargo founded a financial services company that quickly became a legendary part of the American West. Wells Fargo and Company’s Express provided financial services by the fastest means available: overseas by sailing ship or steamer; and overland by stagecoach, Pony Express or railroad. From the first day of business, Wells Fargo came through for pioneer miners, merchants and ranchers in Columbia and throughout the West. In a very short time, the company opened offices in mining camps, towns and cities—there were more than 10,000 Wells Fargo offices by 1918.
Inside the impressive former teller area at 48 Martin Place, which thousands of Sydneysiders walk past to work every day. The former headquarters of the Government Savings Bank of NSW and Commonwealth Bank is protected by the Heritage Council of NSW.
When completed in 1928, the bank had prominent scale and position in Sydney's banking district. Its banking chamber 'is detailed in an extravagant neo-Classical style, displaying substantial use of marble, and scagliola (marble-like polished plaster) on tremendous stylised columns.'
The architects were HE Ross and H Ruskin Rowe, Ross & Rowe. This is the building represented by the Commonwealth Bank money box tins with the brown and cream exterior (the yellow and green tin is at Pitt Street).
The building was acquired by Macquarie Bank in 2012 and subject to a makeover by architects Johnson Pilton Walker, and the construction firm Brookfield Multiplex.
Canons House, the Bristol regional headquarters of Lloyds Bank Commercial Finance Limited, Canons Way, Bristol, Avon.
A glass office tower in San Francisco, California.
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This image is excerpted from a U.S. GAO report:
www.gao.gov/products/GAO-23-106415
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Macquarie Bank moved up the road from 1 Martin Place to 48 Martin Place, which used to be the Commonwealth Bank's headquarters. This is the Johnson Pilton Walker-designed atrium at the 10th and 11th floors, which lets light into the interior's nine floors below. The building has 20,000 square metres compared to 30,000 square metres floor space at the old address, but with better use of space in a 6-star redesign I doubt too many staffers are complaining...
Clients of MiBank in Waigani Central branch.
The Microfinance Expansion Project will support the further development of the microfinance sector in Papua New Guinea.
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Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor-Leste (BNCTL) bank client at the main bank branch in Dili, the capital of Timor Leste, on Monday 20 November 2017.
The Expansion of Financial Services Project will support the commercial transformation of Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor-Leste (BNCTL).
Photo: Luis Enrique Ascui
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The American Express building in Brighton is being demolished in favour of a new build behind it.
This was one of the most distinctive buildings in the City and one of my personal design favourites.
Amex House, popularly nicknamed The Wedding Cake, is the former European headquarters of American Express, the multinational financial services company. It is located in the Carlton Hill area of Brighton, part of the English city of Brighton and Hove. The nine-floor building, designed by British architecture firm Gollins, Melvin, Ward & Partners, was commissioned by the company in 1977 to consolidate their operations in Brighton, which had been spread over several sites. The white and blue structure, a landmark on the city skyline, has received both praise and criticism for its distinctive style. Demolition work began in April 2016 after the completion of a new headquarters building on spare land on the site.
Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor-Leste (BNCTL) bank clients wait at the Liquica branch on Friday 24 November 2017.
The Expansion of Financial Services Project will support the commercial transformation of Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor-Leste (BNCTL).
Photo: Luis Enrique Ascui
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Managing team of BNCTL Bank (L-R) Antonio F. Abrastes, Fausto Bernardino and Mr Brigido de Sousa, pose for a photo next to their ATM machine in dili,outside the banks office in Dili, the capital of Timor Leste, on Monday 20 November 2017.
The Expansion of Financial Services Project will support the commercial transformation of Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor-Leste (BNCTL).
Photo: Luis Enrique Ascui
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