- This is an image taken when I was in Riga, Latvia a few weeks ago.- The architecture in Central Riga is very interesting, as there is a lot of regeneration and new build work that is underway or has recently been finished.
- Suprisingly, the all so difficult task of making the old and the new compliment each other is completed successfully with glass fronts and old brickwork sitting amongst each other in visual harmony. Despite having misconceptions of going to Riga and it being nothing other than industrial and full of concrete, there are many beautiful buildings that cover the Old Town...even, in my opinion, matching that of the beauty of some of the buildings in Prague. (and those ugly concrete ones from the 60's that are still left are being taken down in the very near future)
- I loved this building, and walked past it every day so I could look at it more. Although, obviously the building is under construction and some day fairly soon the wall painting will be covered up, but until that day I hope it continues to bring a smile to those who are lucky enough to walk past it!
- It is also nice to see that art manages to get everywhere, even in the most unusual places. Unfortunately I have had no luck on the internet in trying to find out the artist and year of work, so would love it if anyone who does know any more to pass on the info to me!
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