by natecooper | Apr 11, 2014 | cities, culture, music, san francisco
San Francisco is an eclectic city. Proof of this concept is the breadth of differnt songs written about it. How can writing about the same thing spur such diverse output? In no particular order here are four songs about San Francisco. Lights – Journey From...
by natecooper | Mar 5, 2009 | aesthetics, architecture, cities, san francisco
John King’s assessment of 8 small parks in San Francisco looks pretty complete. When I was last in SF I played on some of the questionable playground equipment in South Park and figured it was a great find. Certainly a fun day with good friends. Fond memories....
by natecooper | Feb 26, 2009 | aesthetics, architecture, art, cities, cool, san francisco
I love the typography and layout in this old school poster but, honestly, what bridge is this supposed to be? The placement and vantage point suggest it is meant to be the bay bridge but it looks like a big, white slab with dangly support cords. Still, all this...
by natecooper | Nov 18, 2008 | Brooklyn, cities, new york, san francisco
Now: Three days from now:
by natecooper | Nov 7, 2008 | architecture, cities, culture, los angeles, nate, politics, san francisco, technology
The passage of Prop 1a is a great opportunity and for me somewhat surprising given this is the first time I’ve voted in a major election outside of California. (As is of course the disappointing passage of Prop 8). The California High Speed Rail Blog has published an...
by natecooper | Oct 17, 2008 | aesthetics, architecture, cities, cool, san francisco
John King has an article about Jan Gehl, an urban designer who was brought in to consult with San Francisco about the Fisherman’s Wharf area. Not my favorite part of the city but I like his suggestions about how to improve the area. Perhaps if they’re...