Check out this interesting addition to a bed and
breakfast in Saratoga Springs. (Original building at far left.)
What's up with that weird indentation on the corner, first floor?
Okay, I understand why you wouldn't want another balcony there (and
we'll skip over the quality of the balconies above). But why not
carry the masonry envelope out to the corner on the base? Actually,
what they have succeeded in creating here is a first-class wino
drinking nook. It's hidden from any prying "eyes on the street,"
nicely sheltered from the elements, and excellently scaled for single
occupancy. Pass the Wild Irish Rose! Bottoms up!
Received the following letter a few days after posting:
You have given Saratoga Arms your dubious honor
of eyesore of the month. Your major complaint was that of the indentation
on the back corner. That was mandated by the city so that vision
for cars exiting Long Alley onto Walton Street would not be impeded.
We were not allowed to carry the building out to the corner. Believe
me, it was not our choice, nor the architects design choice to include
that indentation. It was a compromise solution to maximize the use
of the existing vacant lot. The balconies above became the logical
follow through to maintain a consistent line.
Thank you
Judy Kennedy
Director of Sales & Marketing
Saratoga Arms
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