United States Institute of Peace, Washington, DC
(Scheduled post) The space and light of this building never cease to take my breath away. Architect Moshe Safdie designed the building as a serene space to symbolize peace. The glass wall, which faces the Lincoln Memorial, fills the interior with light. The billowing glass ceiling is opaque and white during the day; at night, it glows. It has always reminded me of the wings of a dove, fitting for the purpose of the Institute: to promote international peace through conflict management, conflict analysis, teaching, and training.
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I’ve not seen this building! Thanks for the information along with the gorgeous image!
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Thanks, Laurie! It’s right across the Roosevelt Bridge as you enter DC at Constitution and 23rd. Had it been a more understated design, it would be very easy to miss. That’s part of the beauty of it – you can’t help but notice it’s amazing footprint, especially at night. (I can’t believe I’m so far behind in answering comments.š)
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A stunning night shot.
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Thanks, Max. I’ve been wanting to photograph this building for such a long time!
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I love this building, too. Still recall someone in a Wash Post letter writing about the massive brassiere of USIP, which startled me, as I had never thought of someone NOT finding the building at least intriguing…
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I can’t imagine that either, Lisa. I am in awe of its design. It complements the purpose of USIP beautifully.
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Never knew this building existed! I learn something from every one of your posts, Sis. Love your vision of the dove wings – I totally see it! I think the UN should sign up for some classes since they can’t seem to accomplish squat!
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Point taken, Debby š As for the building, it’s one that I see every time I come across the bridge into DC. It has always captured my fancy, but I didn’t really know anything but it’s name until I actually wrote the post. So, you see, I learn something new too!
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Wow
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Thanks for that, Luis š
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A beautiful powerful shot Stacy, love the faint cloud framing and night glow surrounding this amazing building!
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Wow, Patti, I can’t believe I’m so behind on replying to comments! Thanks for yours. I’ve really been wanting to photograph this building for a long time. The night I went downtown was very spur of the moment – I was delighted the skies cooperated š
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woo it’s so big
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The interior is massive … and just gorgeous. Thanks, Dio!
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