While the stairs are not as elegant as the surrounding glamor of the sitting area of Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, they offer a path to walk down to the spectacular rotunda
Jefferson Hotel Luxury with Staircase
Tag Archives: Richmond
Symmetry of Stairs
There is a lot of symmetry in the stairs of the State of Virginia Capitol building in Richmond adding character and class of Palladian architecture. Palladian architecture is a European architectural style derived from the work of the Venetian architect Andrea Palladio. What is today recognized as Palladian architecture evolved from his concepts of symmetry, perspective and the principles of formal classical architecture from ancient Greek and Roman traditions.
A Golden Bridge to Richmond
We end our series on Bridges with an image of a “golden” bridge (the Manchester Bridge at 9th Street) leading into downtown Richmond, Virginia.
Below the Bridges
A different perspective of two bridges over James River in Richmond, Virginia
Crossing Bridges
An interesting perspective of a road bridge at a cross angle with a railway bridge at sunset over James River in Richmond, Virginia
Sunset at Robert E. Lee Bridge Richmond
The Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge in Richmond, Virginia carries U.S. Route 1 and U.S. Route 301 across the James River at the Fall Line. The city acquired the original bridge from Richmond Bridge Corp in 1933, and it was named the James River Bridge but was later renamed for the Confederate general.
Crossing Bridges in Richmond
A road bridge crosses over a railroad bridge (with an oncoming train) in Richmond, Virginia
Bridge Into Richmond
The Manchester Bridge (9th Street) in downtown Richmond, Virginia boasts some of the most spectacular views of any city anywhere, including of ruins, the beautiful James River, and unmatched urban wildlife.
Bench View – James River Richmond, VA
There aren’t many cities, none in fact, where you can kayak and raft class III and IV rapids in an urban setting. Richmond is the only place in the country where you can run the rapids, pull out and walk to a downtown brewery, bar or restaurant.
A bench view of bridges spanning James River in Richmond, Virginia
James River Richmond VA
Navigating the Rapids
A team effort to navigate the rapids on James River, Richmond, Virginia
Navigating the Rapids
Golden Glow on the River
As the sun sets over James River in Richmond, Virginia, we end our series of images from this part of the country.
Golden Glow on the River
A Warm Glow over Richmond
The golden rays of sunset cast a warm glow over Richmond, Virginia
A Warm Glow over Richmond
A Golden Bridge over James River
It almost appears that the bridge is painted golden when lighted by the setting sun in Richmond, Virginia
A Golden Bridge over James River
The Warmth of a Sunset
The golden glow of sunset paints this image of a bridge river the river in Richmond, Virginia
The Warmth of a Sunset
A Photo Shoot in Richmond
Captured a photographer shooting a model against the background of the Richmond skyline
A Photo Shoot in Richmond
Going Through
In keeping up with modern architecture in Richmond, use of glass creates this visual illusion of an overhead walkway going through the building
Going Through
Homes with Tradition
Homes on Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia depict architecture from another era
Homes with Tradition
Remnants of the Old Style
The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia features remnants of old style bathrooms and telephones
Jefferson Hotel Bathroom
Jefferson Hotel Relics
Jefferson Hotel Opulence
Inside the Jefferson Hotel (Richmond, Virginia), there is a creative (i.e., assortment and range of architectural styles) approach. Every room is awash in light from stained glass windows and surfaces are cloaked in deep colors. The hotel’s two-tiered, 36-step grand staircase is said to have inspired the staircase sequence in the film Gone With The Wind.
Jefferson Hotel Opulence
Jefferson Hotel Luxury
Jefferson Hotel Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel is a luxury hotel in Richmond, Virginia, opened in 1895. In 1969, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Designed in the Spanish Baroque Style, patrons have included thirteen United States presidents, writers, and celebrities.
As a centerpiece for the upper lobby, there a life-size image of Thomas Jefferson from Carrara marble.
Jefferson Hotel Lobby
Jefferson Hotel Richmond