Tag Archives: Architecture

Night photo of a downtown Redding building

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Skip@RR

Here’s a building that looks lovely in night lighting. Lots of architectural detail in contrast to the night. I think this is a Cal Trans office. I believe they moved here from the former shampoo factory in the Mountain Lakes … Continue reading →

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Live recording -Craig Padilla’s “Sundial Bridge”

Posted on November 27, 2010 by Skip@RR

Here’s a live recording of Sundial Bridge by Craig Padilla. It was recorded on the patio of the cafe of the south end of the bridge. It’s about 20 minutes of symphonic electronic music. It starts off quietly, until it … Continue reading →

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Sikh Center in Anderson

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Skip@RR

This type of architecture is not commonly seen in buildings of worship around here. This is the Sikh Center in Anderson. There is also a Sikh Temple nearby, pictured below. I found this on their website: “With Waheguru’s grace Dr. … Continue reading →

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First Baptist Church of Redding

Posted on August 5, 2010 by Skip@RR

Built in 1952. The First Baptist Church of Redding had already worshiped in couple of other big church buildings prior to building this one over their 120 year history in Redding. Here’s how it looked in the 50’s, an image … Continue reading →

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CalPERS headquarters makes a big impression

Posted on April 12, 2010 by Skip@RR

Readers at Bruce Ross’ blog recently caught wind of the looming financial crisis facing California Pension funds. Last week in Sacramento, we walked by the CalPERS building and it made quite an impression. It’s a lovely building. Still, the central … Continue reading →

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Pilgrim Congregational Church and Frank Lloyd Wright

Posted on January 16, 2010 by Skip@RR

The Pilgrim Congregational Church in Redding is a unique and significant building. It was designed in 1958 by world famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. ” If it is true that architecture reflects the people that produce it, their life, faith, … Continue reading →

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Ideas will not work unless you do

Posted on October 31, 2009 by Skip@RR

A wise thought seen today at this landmark Redding Church. The striking pyramid form located the top of Placer is visible for miles around town. The First Presbytarians have a website HERE. They have been active in Redding for over … Continue reading →

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