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A great experience, this introduction to mixology. I enjoyed myself in a majestic setting au Hilton Paris-Opéra.
Every first Thursday of the month, "hands-on mixoloy' in Le Grand Salon, from 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm.
Order your favorite cocktail, learn how to do it with the head barman or his team* and enjoy it at our Grand Salon.
A perfect opportunity to be initiated to mixology in a majestic and timeless place...Approximate time : 15 minutes.
*Cocktail menu rates apply, no reservation is required.
Leica SL2
Post traitement with luminarNeo @luminar_global
Une belle expérience, cette initiation à la mixologie. Je me suis bien amusé dans un cadre majestueux au Hilton Paris-Opéra.
Chaque premier jeudi du mois, "mixoloy pratique" au Grand Salon, de 18h00 à 20h00.
Commandez votre cocktail préféré, apprenez à le réaliser avec le chef barman ou son équipe* et dégustez-le dans notre Grand Salon.
Une parfaite occasion de s'initier à la mixologie dans un lieu majestueux et hors du temps...Durée approximative : 15 minutes.
*Les tarifs du menu cocktail s'appliquent, aucune réservation n'est requise.
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A great experience, this introduction to mixology. I enjoyed myself in a majestic setting au Hilton Paris-Opéra.
Every first Thursday of the month, "hands-on mixoloy' in Le Grand Salon, from 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm.
Order your favorite cocktail, learn how to do it with the head barman or his team* and enjoy it at our Grand Salon.
A perfect opportunity to be initiated to mixology in a majestic and timeless place...Approximate time : 15 minutes.
*Cocktail menu rates apply, no reservation is required.
Leica SL2
Post traitement with luminarNeo @luminar_global
Une belle expérience, cette initiation à la mixologie. Je me suis bien amusé dans un cadre majestueux au Hilton Paris-Opéra.
Chaque premier jeudi du mois, "mixoloy pratique" au Grand Salon, de 18h00 à 20h00.
Commandez votre cocktail préféré, apprenez à le réaliser avec le chef barman ou son équipe* et dégustez-le dans notre Grand Salon.
Une parfaite occasion de s'initier à la mixologie dans un lieu majestueux et hors du temps...Durée approximative : 15 minutes.
*Les tarifs du menu cocktail s'appliquent, aucune réservation n'est requise.
#hilton #hiltonparisopera #mixologie #mixology #cocktail #cocktailbar #cocktailporn #artdelatable #deco #artdeco #artdevivre #lifestyle #paris #parisloovers #parisfrance #visitparis #visitparisregion #luxuryhotel #luxurylifestyle #hospitality #hiltoneffect #hotelinterior #frenchartist #frencharchitecture #parisjetaime #parisianstyle #leica #leicacamera #leicacamerafrance #parisianphotographer
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... in a glass-framed painting opposite the window
stairway of a hotel in Krynica Zdrój Poland
Photo taken with the cell phone and revealed with Photoshop Express that I don't know why, but it is not allowing me to reduce the signatures.
This 19 story hotel's downtown location intensifies its attraction. Spectacular views of the St. Johns River, Main Street Bridge, or the Jacksonville skyline are available in there rooms. Guess access amenities perfectly suited to their needs—business or leisure, the hotel has you covered. An unforgettable experience is in store when you experience, first-hand, their authentic hospitality, exemplary on-site amenities, attentive service and much more. Expect great things in Jacksonville when you stay at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, the best hotel in the city for convenient, comfortable accommodations.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
www.hotelmanagement.net/design/jn-a-hvs-design-renovate-h...
jacksonville.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/our-hotel.html
www.emporis.com/buildings/118948/hyatt-regency-jacksonvil...
This 19 story hotel's downtown location intensifies its attraction. Spectacular views of the St. Johns River, Main Street Bridge, or the Jacksonville skyline are available in there rooms. Guess access amenities perfectly suited to their needs—business or leisure, the hotel has you covered. An unforgettable experience is in store when you experience, first-hand, their authentic hospitality, exemplary on-site amenities, attentive service and much more. Expect great things in Jacksonville when you stay at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, the best hotel in the city for convenient, comfortable accommodations.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
www.hotelmanagement.net/design/jn-a-hvs-design-renovate-h...
jacksonville.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/our-hotel.html
www.emporis.com/buildings/118948/hyatt-regency-jacksonvil...
We arrived at our hotel - Grand Central at 11:30. Too early to check in so we stored our bags and went out for lunch.
The hotel was selected for its location and reasonable price point. It turned out to be a good choice on both counts.
The Hotel is centrally located, steps from Nanjing Road Shopping street, 400 metres from Old Chinese City, 1 km from The Bund, about the same to People's Square and a metro station entrance is on the corner.
in the peaceful corners of the dylan hotel, time pauses to let light and shadow dance. the corridor leads to a window framing the rooftops of amsterdam, where each tile whispers stories of the city’s rich history. outside, the world moves on, but here, there is a moment of stillness, where the interplay of light and architecture creates a serene harmony. it's as if the building itself breathes with the life of the city, offering a glimpse of amsterdam’s timeless charm through a window that seems to belong to another era.
After having to clean out the bathtub in the previous photo, I took a quick soak, & checked out of the Hotel in tears. It was such a let down, the entire room was filthy & I was so disappointed. Def. a 2020 Thanksgiving! I hope I get my refund!
Afternoon tea Pennyhill Park Surrey..last years Christmas present from our son..every bit as delicious as it looks
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic waterfront district, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero boasts one of the city’s most awe-inspiring architectural gems—the stunning 17-story atrium. Designed by renowned architect John Portman, this soaring interior was once the world’s largest hotel atrium when it opened in 1973, setting the stage for Portman’s revolutionary concept of communal hotel spaces. The vast, light-filled atrium welcomes guests with its open design, featuring exposed glass elevators, futuristic lighting, and sweeping walkways that guide your eyes upward to the dramatic skylights. The atrium’s symmetrical lines and angular design create an almost sci-fi ambiance, perfect for fans of modern architecture. This cutting-edge design has also made the Hyatt Regency a favorite filming location, most notably featured in the 1977 thriller High Anxiety by Mel Brooks.
The atrium seamlessly blends with the waterfront energy outside, just steps from the Ferry Building, offering unbeatable views of the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. Its proximity to the Embarcadero makes it ideal for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury with a touch of history. In addition to its architectural flair, the hotel offers high-end amenities like a 24-hour fitness center, fine dining, and spacious, modern rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, all encapsulating the spirit of San Francisco’s vibrant waterfront district.
From a series of brochure/leaflets issued by British Transport Hotels in c1955 descriing their 27 'city hotels' in contrast to their 'country' ones - these are listed on the reverse of the folder. For many Victorian railway companies an important element of their marketing was the availablity of an hotle associated with a major railway station, primarily for the use of business travellers. Many built or enabled the construction of an hotel associated with their station, and others bought property to use. The companies for many years either directly operated or leased out operation of such facilities and this continued into the post-1923 'Grouping' era. The Big Four continued to push hotels, as part of their wider catering and refreshment businesses, with the LMS building new ones and the LNER renovating many of theirs.
However wartime delapidations and post-war changes in travelling habits left many of the railway hotels slightly down at heel and the newly nationalised railways, who marketed the hotles under the British Transport banner, had a lot of catching up to do. As this leaflet notes 'constant modernisation' was under way to bring these properties up to scratch. The bulk of these hotels were part of the privatisation and disposal of railway hotels in 1982/83. This leaflet is for the Midland Hotel in Derby that was, unsurprisingly associated with the Midland Railway for whom Derby was the headquarters. The hotel, opposite the main station, is still there and indeed a couple of years ago I stayed there!
C W Bacon (1905 - 1992) was probably, in the 1940s and '50s, one fo the most 'seen' and recognisable artists and illustrators in the UK - if only as his work was much commissioned by the BBC for inclusion in the weekly Radio Times.
'West Wing'
There aren't many places in this world where an interior of a building could be so overbearingly imposing in terms of scale and luxury to make its visitors feel small and insignificant. Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi is one of those buildings.
Featured in this capture is the West residential wing at this uber-posh hotel.
This is a 3-frame vertorama, captured with Canon's epic TS-E 17mm lens. Camera was positioned horizontally. To capture this panorama, I decided to shift the movement of lens from one extreme to the other extreme in vertical direction, capturing 5 bracketed exposures (from -2ev to +2ev) for each of the 3 shifted positions.
I ended up with a total of 15 captures, tonemapped with Oloneo PhotoEngine.
I've done quite a bit of light re-shaping in the post processing stage as HDR processed image tend to appear flat, especially in interior scenes with artificial lighting. Flat images...suck. With some luminance masking and colour grading, I managed to create depth, softness and mood in the scene which spoke more intimately to my aesthetics.
Gear: Canon 5d mk3 + Canon TS-E 17mm + Gitzo GT5541LS tripod + RRS BH-55 ballhead + Promote Remote control by Promote Systems.
Processed with Lightroom 4.1, Oloneo PhotoEngine, Photoshop CC, Photoshop 5.1
Image was cooked on Windows 7 x64 powered quad-core i7 HP portable workstation and Wacom Intuos 3 graphic tablet.
Storage unit; G-RAID 8TB RAID-0 drive.
So I saw this claw foot bathtub as a major feature to a Hotel room and decided to book the room for the day.
Let me tell you how disappointing it was. It was filthy. I mean disgusting. So,
I CLEANED IT, TOOK A QUICK SOAK & checked out. (the entire room was dirty.) I left in tears. The day was such a let down. I hope i get a full refund!
The iconic Hyatt Regency San Francisco at Embarcadero Center is renowned for its futuristic, towering atrium, designed by celebrated architect John Portman. Opened in 1973, the hotel revolutionized public spaces in hospitality with its 17-story atrium—once the largest in the world. This architectural masterpiece is a blend of concrete and glass, creating a vast vertical space that showcases the daring modernism of the 1970s.
The photo captures the breathtaking scale and geometric rhythm of the atrium’s upper levels, where rows of balconies create a striking visual pattern. These balconies form part of the hotel’s radial design, giving the space a sense of limitless expansion. The angular lines that seem to shoot upwards direct your gaze toward the ceiling, where natural light filters in through strategically placed skylights. The atrium not only serves as a functional part of the hotel but also acts as a work of art, enveloping visitors in an environment that feels both grand and intimate.
Portman’s design makes incredible use of perspective and light, with sunlight streaming through the upper skylights and casting intricate shadows across the expansive interior. The atrium’s verticality is further emphasized by the glass-enclosed elevator shafts, adding to the futuristic and almost spaceship-like atmosphere. This dynamic space remains a focal point of the Hyatt Regency, offering guests a sense of awe and tranquility in the heart of San Francisco’s bustling financial district.
From a series of brochure/leaflets issued by British Transport Hotels in c1955 descriing their 27 'city hotels' in contrast to their 'country' ones - these are listed on the reverse of the folder. For many Victorian railway companies an important element of their marketing was the availablity of an hotle associated with a major railway station, primarily for the use of business travellers. Many built or enabled the construction of an hotel associated with their station, and others bought property to use. The companies for many years either directly operated or leased out operation of such facilities and this continued into the post-1923 'Grouping' era. The Big Four continued to push hotels, as part of their wider catering and refreshment businesses, with the LMS building new ones and the LNER renovating many of theirs.
However wartime delapidations and post-war changes in travelling habits left many of the railway hotels slightly down at heel and the newly nationalised railways, who marketed the hotles under the British Transport banner, had a lot of catching up to do. As this leaflet notes 'constant modernisation' was under way to bring these properties up to scratch. The bulk of these hotels were part of the privatisation and disposal of railway hotels in 1982/83. This leaflet is for the Midland Hotel in Derby that was, unsurprisingly associated with the Midland Railway for whom Derby was the headquarters. The hotel, opposite the main station, is still there and indeed a couple of years ago I stayed there!
C W Bacon (1905 - 1992) was probably, in the 1940s and '50s, one fo the most 'seen' and recognisable artists and illustrators in the UK - if only as his work was much commissioned by the BBC for inclusion in the weekly Radio Times.
We had a wonderful afternoon tea and drinks at Danesfield House Marlow~last years Christmas present from one of our sons~Happy Christmas !!
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic waterfront district, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero boasts one of the city’s most awe-inspiring architectural gems—the stunning 17-story atrium. Designed by renowned architect John Portman, this soaring interior was once the world’s largest hotel atrium when it opened in 1973, setting the stage for Portman’s revolutionary concept of communal hotel spaces. The vast, light-filled atrium welcomes guests with its open design, featuring exposed glass elevators, futuristic lighting, and sweeping walkways that guide your eyes upward to the dramatic skylights. The atrium’s symmetrical lines and angular design create an almost sci-fi ambiance, perfect for fans of modern architecture. This cutting-edge design has also made the Hyatt Regency a favorite filming location, most notably featured in the 1977 thriller High Anxiety by Mel Brooks.
The atrium seamlessly blends with the waterfront energy outside, just steps from the Ferry Building, offering unbeatable views of the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. Its proximity to the Embarcadero makes it ideal for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury with a touch of history. In addition to its architectural flair, the hotel offers high-end amenities like a 24-hour fitness center, fine dining, and spacious, modern rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, all encapsulating the spirit of San Francisco’s vibrant waterfront district.
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic waterfront district, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero boasts one of the city’s most awe-inspiring architectural gems—the stunning 17-story atrium. Designed by renowned architect John Portman, this soaring interior was once the world’s largest hotel atrium when it opened in 1973, setting the stage for Portman’s revolutionary concept of communal hotel spaces. The vast, light-filled atrium welcomes guests with its open design, featuring exposed glass elevators, futuristic lighting, and sweeping walkways that guide your eyes upward to the dramatic skylights. The atrium’s symmetrical lines and angular design create an almost sci-fi ambiance, perfect for fans of modern architecture. This cutting-edge design has also made the Hyatt Regency a favorite filming location, most notably featured in the 1977 thriller High Anxiety by Mel Brooks.
The atrium seamlessly blends with the waterfront energy outside, just steps from the Ferry Building, offering unbeatable views of the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. Its proximity to the Embarcadero makes it ideal for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury with a touch of history. In addition to its architectural flair, the hotel offers high-end amenities like a 24-hour fitness center, fine dining, and spacious, modern rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, all encapsulating the spirit of San Francisco’s vibrant waterfront district.
The Hyatt Regency San Francisco’s iconic atrium at the Embarcadero is a breathtaking feat of modern architecture, representing a pinnacle of 1970s design. When you step inside, you’re immediately enveloped by a grand, light-filled space that rises 17 floors, showcasing a geometric marvel of concrete, glass, and steel. Designed by architect John Portman and completed in 1973, the atrium became one of the largest enclosed public spaces in the world, setting the stage for a wave of atrium hotel designs across the globe.
One of the standout features is the dramatic hanging sculpture suspended from the ceiling, which seems to defy gravity, creating a dynamic focal point within the immense open space. The angular balconies, which recede into the building, evoke an almost futuristic atmosphere, a tribute to the Brutalist and Modernist movements. It's no surprise that the atrium has been featured in numerous films, most notably in High Anxiety and The Towering Inferno.
The natural light pouring through the expansive glass skylights enhances the grand scale of the atrium while offering a striking contrast to the sharp architectural lines. The Hyatt Regency atrium was revolutionary not just in its aesthetics but in its concept of communal space—blurring the lines between interior and exterior, private and public. Whether you're visiting for the first time or strolling through after a day in the Financial District, the atrium offers a quintessential San Francisco experience that blends history, art, and cutting-edge design.
The Hyatt Regency San Francisco Embarcadero is not just a hotel; it’s an architectural landmark. Completed in 1973, this iconic building was designed by renowned architect John Portman. The highlight? Its jaw-dropping atrium, which, for a time, held the record as the world’s largest. The soaring space features geometric lines and futuristic design elements, drawing you into a scene that feels both grand and intimate. This atrium became a symbol of Portman’s signature style, integrating sweeping internal vistas with functional luxury, and has been featured in numerous films, including High Anxiety and The Towering Inferno.
The atrium is a visual feast, with its glass-walled elevators offering panoramic views of the space and beyond to the San Francisco waterfront. A playful mix of natural light and shadow dances across the interior throughout the day, giving guests a new experience every time they look up. The expansive openness of the atrium reflects the optimism of the early 1970s, blending brutalist architecture with modern aesthetics in a way that still feels contemporary.
Beyond its striking design, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero is also celebrated for its prime location at the foot of Market Street, steps from the Ferry Building and the iconic Embarcadero waterfront. It’s a favorite spot for both travelers and architecture aficionados alike, offering not only stylish accommodations but also a living piece of San Francisco’s design history.
For those with a love of unique spaces and bold architectural statements, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero’s atrium is a must-see, representing the best of 20th-century innovation in hospitality design.
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With the discovery of Silver Lead and Zinc in the early 1880's, the area just north west of Broken Hill, then known as Umberumberka, grew quickly. In 1883 the area was renamed and the new town, Silverton was officially born with a population numbering just over 250 residents. Within two years the town had grown to 3000 residents with all the services normally found in a small rural town.
The Silverton Municipal Council was formed in 1886 and the South Australian Government had built a railway as far as the border. The NSW government refused to extend the South Australian line beyond the border so in 1888 the Silverton Tramway Company was formed to build and operate the line. It was opened in 1888 and ran from Cockburn in South Australia, through to Silverton and on to the very rich newly discovered ore body at Broken Hill.
The line operated up until 1970, having transported 57 million tonnes of silver lead and zinc ore, freight and 2,881,000 passengers, when trains were re-routed at Cockburn and Silverton was bypassed.
Australia's most powerful Union, the CFMEU had its origins in Silverton when it formed as the Federated Engine Drivers Union and the Barrier Ranges Miners Association also began in Silverton.
Silverton's crowning achievement though was the formation of The Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limited (BHP) at a meeting on July 16th 1885 at De Braun's Silverton Hotel.
The original wooden single story hotel at Silverton was opened on the 28th April 1884 by John De Braun but just one year later De Braun built a new brick two storey hotel known as 'De Braun's Folly' which survived until it burnt to the ground on 17th June 1918.
After the hotel fire Silverton Post Office, which was out front of the old De Braun's Hotel, became the current Silverton Hotel.
The crumbling ruins of De Braun's Hotel can still be seen out the back of todays Silverton Hotel, in front of the motel accommodation wing.
With the discovery at nearby Broken Hill of what subsequently became the world's largest Silver, Lead and Zinc deposits Silverton’s mining fortunes declined dramatically and with it the town also declined.
In 1906 the Municipal Council was taken off the NSW Municipal register leaving the State Government in control of the town and surrounding common of 12,000 acres. Many of Silverton’s buildings were transported into Broken Hill by train, teams of donkeys, camels and bullocks.
Today Silverton, population just 40, proudly boasts a colourful history with a number of significant historic buildings still occupied by a host of Art Galleries which attract thousands of tourists each year.
In 2010 the town became home to the Mad Max II museum which displays items from the film of the same name filmed in Silverton in 1981.
From the filming in Silverton in 1970 of Wake in Fright the town became a popular filming location as the films listed below attest, although this list is not a complete list.
Strangerland – 2014 (Hugo Weaving / Nicole Kidman)
Dirty Deeds – 2001
Mission Impossible II – 1999
The Missing – 1998
Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert – 1993
Reckless Kelly – 1991
Royal Flying Doctor Service (TV) – 1991
The Water Trolly – 1989
As Time Goes By – 1987
Dirtwater Dynasty (miniseries) – 1987
A Place to Call Home (tv) – 1986
The Blue Lightning (TV) – 1986
Alice to Nowhere (TV) – 1985
Comrades – 1985
The Long Way Home – 1984
Razorback – 1983
The Camel Boy -1983
The Slim Dusty Movie – 1983
Hostage – 1982
A Town Like Alice (miniseries) 1981
Max Max II – 1981
The Golden Soak – 1978
The Battle of Broken Hill (Miniseries) – 1971
Girl in Australia – 1970
Wake in Fright – 1970
The Hyatt Regency San Francisco Embarcadero is not just a hotel; it’s an architectural landmark. Completed in 1973, this iconic building was designed by renowned architect John Portman. The highlight? Its jaw-dropping atrium, which, for a time, held the record as the world’s largest. The soaring space features geometric lines and futuristic design elements, drawing you into a scene that feels both grand and intimate. This atrium became a symbol of Portman’s signature style, integrating sweeping internal vistas with functional luxury, and has been featured in numerous films, including High Anxiety and The Towering Inferno.
The atrium is a visual feast, with its glass-walled elevators offering panoramic views of the space and beyond to the San Francisco waterfront. A playful mix of natural light and shadow dances across the interior throughout the day, giving guests a new experience every time they look up. The expansive openness of the atrium reflects the optimism of the early 1970s, blending brutalist architecture with modern aesthetics in a way that still feels contemporary.
Beyond its striking design, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero is also celebrated for its prime location at the foot of Market Street, steps from the Ferry Building and the iconic Embarcadero waterfront. It’s a favorite spot for both travelers and architecture aficionados alike, offering not only stylish accommodations but also a living piece of San Francisco’s design history.
For those with a love of unique spaces and bold architectural statements, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero’s atrium is a must-see, representing the best of 20th-century innovation in hospitality design.
Step into the Hyatt Regency San Francisco’s expansive atrium, a dramatic architectural gem designed by John Portman in 1973, and you're greeted with a sense of openness and futuristic style. Famous for its 17-story vaulted ceiling, this vast indoor space was once the world’s largest hotel atrium. Portman’s signature Brutalist design blends concrete, steel, and glass into a cohesive space that feels simultaneously monumental and inviting. It's more than just a lobby—it’s a central gathering point for both guests and visitors alike, offering cozy seating nooks, geometric design elements, and a vibrant social atmosphere.
In the photo, we see one of the unique seating areas tucked into the atrium’s second-floor space. These pod-like wooden structures provide a modern and cozy refuge for guests seeking a quiet moment amidst the bustling ambiance below. The seating pods, with their sleek, angular lines, evoke mid-century modern design while complementing the overall Brutalist aesthetic of the atrium. The detailed tiling on the floor beneath these seating areas adds to the architectural charm, offering a playful contrast to the otherwise linear design of the space.
The atrium not only serves as a functional space but also as a visual spectacle, with natural light streaming through its towering glass walls, creating patterns of light and shadow that shift throughout the day. Whether you're grabbing a drink from the bar or just people-watching, the Hyatt Regency atrium offers an unforgettable San Francisco experience that blends historical architecture with contemporary comfort.
A refined Art Deco masterpiece by Cassiano Branco, Hotel Britania’s lounge in Lisbon exudes timeless glamour. The polished wood paneling, green velvet sofas, and gilt-framed portraits evoke mid-century sophistication, while the red-carpeted staircase and stained-glass window draw the eye upward in a dramatic play of color and light. Every detail — from the curved ironwork to the patterned floor tiles — celebrates Portugal’s artistic heritage and modernist flair. Once a retreat for writers, diplomats, and travelers, the hotel remains one of Lisbon’s most atmospheric interiors, where design history and comfort intertwine with cinematic style.
The Hyatt Regency San Francisco’s iconic atrium at the Embarcadero is a breathtaking feat of modern architecture, representing a pinnacle of 1970s design. When you step inside, you’re immediately enveloped by a grand, light-filled space that rises 17 floors, showcasing a geometric marvel of concrete, glass, and steel. Designed by architect John Portman and completed in 1973, the atrium became one of the largest enclosed public spaces in the world, setting the stage for a wave of atrium hotel designs across the globe.
One of the standout features is the dramatic hanging sculpture suspended from the ceiling, which seems to defy gravity, creating a dynamic focal point within the immense open space. The angular balconies, which recede into the building, evoke an almost futuristic atmosphere, a tribute to the Brutalist and Modernist movements. It's no surprise that the atrium has been featured in numerous films, most notably in High Anxiety and The Towering Inferno.
The natural light pouring through the expansive glass skylights enhances the grand scale of the atrium while offering a striking contrast to the sharp architectural lines. The Hyatt Regency atrium was revolutionary not just in its aesthetics but in its concept of communal space—blurring the lines between interior and exterior, private and public. Whether you're visiting for the first time or strolling through after a day in the Financial District, the atrium offers a quintessential San Francisco experience that blends history, art, and cutting-edge design.
In some ways today was a strange day, but in other ways, today was remarkably typical. When you left Las Vegas in May of this year, your only intention was to return sometime next year, depending on your Flickr Friend's plans. You did not truly believe your elderly mother was serious about coming to the Las Vegas Strip. You had no big plans to follow your favorite (NFL) Football team here to Las Vegas for a Divisional game at Allegiant Stadium. You had no plans to return to Las Vegas merely to enjoy the typical warm and sunny Fall weather. Unless George Strait, Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, or Dierks Bentley were headlining somewhere on the Strip, you would have no pressing reason to do another Vegas Vacation this year. So how well do you think you have managed this first day on the Fabulous Las Vegas Strip? You purchased a five-day Las Vegas Monorail Pass. You had dinner. You explored hidden and exotic Speakeasies. You toyed with the idea of attending a last-minute show to see either Janet Jackson, or Barry Manilow -- and you did neither. You even toyed with the idea of booking an overnight Luxury Terrace Skyline Suite at the adjacent MGM Grand Resort & Casino!! But instead, you have successfully returned to your hotel room with a yummy NY-Style Pizza. 🍕🍕🍕 So is this truly the conclusion of Day One of your five-night vacation? You might wake up two hours from now and decide to test your keen Casino gameplay skills downstairs at the Craps Tables, or you might want to play some Blackjack? 🤔😅 Or you can simply sleep well and see what wonders you might discover tomorrow on the Fabulous Las Vegas Strip. 😴 Good Night!