Yesterday I showed you a view of the new esplanade in Port Angeles. This is one of the benches now installed along the street level above the esplanade. I like clean, contemporary design and like the look of these new benches. (The day’s rain discouraged me from trying it on for comfort.)
The benches face out toward the Coast Guard station on Ediz Hook, and, beyond that, Victoria and Vancouver Island, B.C. Some people have pointed out that the enclosures around the benches block the view. I think wind protection was part of the design consideration though I’m not really sure what drove the decisions.
This bench is really beautiful. It seems to be a good place to take a rest a look at the sea.
Nice design and great location.
I’d guess that there are days when people would be praising those enclosures. If they block the view, well, sit down, relax and then stand up and look and, of course, take pictures! 🙂 Nice-looking benches!
Obstructed view was my first reaction, but it makes sense as a wind buffer. Good looking bench!
The bench is very nice, but I think they blew it with the blue (sic) plexi panels. I don’t criticize having panels there as a wind buffer, but they should have done them with clear plexi.