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hrrmmm I probably posted on this already but... SF is definitely pretty... Chicago blows SF away though in size, height, architectural quality...I was just in Chicago again for a month and it is Much MUCH bigger...and the height up close or looking down streets can induce mild vertigo symptoms.
I was there a couple of months back and agree, easily larger, more massive, taller, all of the superlatives, no doubt! I was also intrigued by the architecture.
But when referring to recognizability - I think SF has the upper hand, especially internationally. I think at the very least it's a fair statement to make.
I was there a couple of months back and agree, easily larger, more massive, taller, all of the superlatives, no doubt! I was also intrigued by the architecture.
But when referring to recognizability - I think SF has the upper hand, especially internationally. I think at the very least it's a fair statement to make.
Oh, yeah I think SF is more recognizeable also, wasn't commenting on that. bridge, bay, hills, victorian architecture, trans america...
SF also much nicer driving around the city imo, much more nature and I prefer the residential housing schemes.
If we were talking just aesthetically pleasing and beauty SF walks away on this. Chicago is just powerful, tall, monstrous a symbol of american business through the last century.
I love SF to death but I have to give this one to Chicago. Chicago's skyline is very impressive. However I think SF would look funny with a massive skyline like Chicago or NY. Many people are drawn to SF because of it's natural beauty and setting. It would be kind of a shame to have monstrous buildings blocking the views of the Ocean/Bay/Hills/Mountains/Islands. SF is so gorgeous it doesn't really to an impressive skyline to standout.
Not gonna argue, because this is all about opinions. But I would like to try to change your mind!
Great pics.
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I was also intrigued by the architecture.
