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The Mainichi
4 days ago
- General
- The Mainichi
Retro Japan: Elegant Kobe College architecture designed to influence students
NISHINOMIYA, Hyogo -- Standing in style, Kobe College buildings in this western Japan city were designed to inspire class among its students in the early Showa era (1926-1989), and they still retain their dignity. Passing through the reddish-tiled main gate and ascending a slope, one is greeted by the refined school buildings of Kobe College. The campus harmonizes with its natural surroundings and still retains 12 buildings designed by William Merrell Vories (1880-1964), who left behind many renowned architectural works. Under Vories' design philosophy, which posited that the grace of buildings positively influences students, the college was completed in 1933. Near the center of the campus is the cream-colored Administration Building, constructed in the Spanish Mission style. It is connected via interior corridors to the auditorium and chapel, forming a single structure with three functions. The auditorium features semicircular arch that separates the stage from the seating area, creating a space with a sense of grandeur. The chapel's windows use amber-colored glass, which bathes the interior in golden light. This seems to reflect Vories' architectural spirit aimed at distinguished architecture that nurtures a loving heart. The campus architecture is open to the public several times a year on an irregular basis. During these times, trained students act as "tour meisters" to explain the charm of the buildings. (Japanese original by Maiko Umeda, Osaka Photo and Video Department) * * * The Japanese version of this article was originally published on Feb. 5, 2023. * * * This series explores Japan's architectural wonders and secrets of yesteryear. Read more Retro Japan articles here.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Former Cumberland County Frog, Switch facility to be redeveloped
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — The former Frog, Switch facility in Cumberland County will be redeveloped after more than $10 million in grants and loans were awarded. As abc27 reported on Tuesday, Governor Josh Shapiro announced the funding as part of the new PA SITES program. The funding was presented to the Real Estate Collaborative LLC, which was formed as a subsidiary of the Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now ICYMI: Top 5 Stories of the Week The economic development council says the facility, which was used for about 185 years for industrial purposes, will largely be demolished, and the property will be sold to interested bidders. The project was awarded a $6,136,698 grant and a $4,091,132 loan, totaling $10,227,830. A portion of the funding is dedicated to performing environmental inspections and asbestos abatement, according to the Governor's office. The council says the existing industrial buildings 'are in poor condition' and will be demolished. A 'unique Spanish Mission style building' on the property will likely remain on the site, and a fence will soon be built to increase 'site and public safety,' the council added. Raising Canes Harrisburg location sees massive lines night of grand opening 'This is an exciting day and a tremendous step forward for the Carlisle community,' REC Chair Andrew Notarfrancesco said. 'With these funds, we will be able to perform the work necessary to make the site economically viable for redevelopment. On behalf of the REC board, we are extremely grateful to our many supporters, which include the Mayor of Carlisle, Sean Shultz, the Cumberland County Commissioners, Kelly Neiderer, Jean Foschi, and Gary Eichelberger, and our state elected officials, as well as the extensive cooperation we received from the current site owners.' Once the demolition and remediation projects are complete, proposals from private entities will be solicited to redevelop the site. The REC says they will then sell the property, noting the location being near both I-81 and I-76, as well as Harrisburg and local rail yards. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Morning Weather Forecast In 2023, Frog, Switch Manufacturing Company closed its Carlisle facility after 125 years, with the Board of Directors determining that 'it was impossible for the company to continue due to international competition and the prohibitive costs of capital improvements necessary to keep the foundry competitive.' Operations at Frog, Switch Manufacturing Company officially ceased on June 30, 2023. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to ABC27.
