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South Kensington Deindustrialization

- Kevin - Monday, April 26th, 2004 : goo

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deindustrialization in South Kensington


New urbanism juxtaposed with abandoned factory (Girard Ave.)


once a symbol of capital....


distinctive borders. new urbanism vs. blight & decay

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Peter: 27th Apr 2004 - 18:39 GMT

great shots... i love how the washed out green exposure sort of echoes the washed out abandoned cityscapes. where is this place? thanks for posting...

Kevin: 28th Apr 2004 - 02:25 GMT

thanks...forgot to mention this is north philadelphia, near where I live...

naj a la plage: 24th Apr 2005 - 19:33 GMT

awesome! awesome! awesome! as a Philadelphian this really hits home.

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