Day: June 10, 2010

Wednesday Night Photo Post: A Vision of Houston's Future from the Past

Painting of futuristic view of Houston
Courtesy of Special Collections, University of Houston Libraries

While the unknown artist is no Hugh Ferriss or Norman Bel Geddes, I do find this 1920’s rendering of Houston charming. The star-topped building and oil rig skyscrapers make it a most Texan skyline.

Painting of futuristic view of Houston (Detail)
Courtesy of Special Collections, University of Houston Libraries

The curved building is just odd. Must be an early Frank Gehry.  I kid!

Painting of futuristic view of Houston (Detail)
Courtesy of Special Collections, University of Houston Libraries.

This image, and many others can be found on the University of Houston Digital Library site.