Brockton Point Lighthouse
the Brockton Point Lighthouse is part of North Vancouver, Canada.Top photos chosen by u all:
Lighthouse at Brockton Point - 1914
Made by Bob_2006
Description of Historic Place: The Lighthouse at Brockton Point is a simple, reinforced-concrete square tower that features a promenade which runs under arched openings at its base, and accommodates the Stanley Park seawall. A concrete bracketed lantern deck supports an octagonal painted steel lantern. The designation is confined to the footprint of the building. Heritage Value: The Lighthouse is a Recognized Federal Heritage Building because of its historical associations, and its architectural and environmental value. Historical Value: The construction of the Lighthouse is associated with improving safety and providing maritime aids to shipping at Vancouver harbour. The Lighthouse is also related to the pre-war phase of development of Stanley Park, which also included the construction of the seawall and promenade. Architectural Value: The Lighthouse is a good example of a custom designed, functional tower built to fit a specific site. Its design reflects the influence of the City Beautiful movement principles, implemented here by Thomas Hayton Mawson, who responded to the concerns for the appearance of buildings in the park. The well-proportioned tower has a picturesque profile whose solid concrete construction features simple detailing and fine quality workmanship. The Environmental Value: The Lighthouse and an integrated seawall and promenade are major scenic features of Stanley Park. The integration is achieved with a picturesque arched bridge and passageway. The Lighthouse is the dominant component at the seaside point, and is a landmark by virtue of its prominent location. Sources: Gordon Fulton, Lighthouse, Brockton Point, Vancouver, British Columbia, Federal Heritage Building Report, 90-081. Lighthouse, Brockton Point, Vancouver, British Columbia, Heritage Character Statement, 90-081. Character-Defining Elements: The following character-defining elements of the Lighthouse should be respected, for example: Its functional design and very good craftsmanship and materials, for example: - The symmetrical massing and profile of the square tower. - The solid concrete construction and smooth unrelieved surface of the tower. - The arched openings at the base. - The simply detailed bracketed cornice with scuppers, which supports a balustrade and octagonal painted steel lantern. - The narrow vertical slots for windows. - The horizontal striped daymark paint scheme. The manner in which the Lighthouse is the focal point of its setting and is a landmark by virtue of its prominent location as evidenced by: - Its prominence within a landscaped enclosure defined by the adjoining seawall, walkway and perimeter railings. - Its visual prominence within the larger area of Stanley Park. Canada's Historic Places
DSC_8695 - Version 2
Made by Asimo118
Gotta thanks that guy with Golf GTI, he had his headlight on for a while. Just enough for me to catch a shot like this :D
Vancouver Lighthouse
Made by Claude@Munich
Lighthouse
Made by Arbron
Stanley Park VFK_8619 .JPG
Made by vfk
Nearest places of interest:
| Totem Poles Brockton Cricket Pavilion former seaplane terminal Waterfront Centre | Fibreco Terminal C H Cates Empress of Japan Variety Kids Water Park |
