One of the more attractive buildings in Toronto is the Runneymede Library in the High Park area. Designed by architect John Lyle with a Canadian theme and yet modern style, it was opened in 1930 and features many architectural elements inspired by indigenous traditions and details. This pic shows the front door of the library framed by carved stone totem poles of stylized ravens, beavers and bears - lovely!
Very attractive. The stone totem poles are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI like the look of that sturdy red door. I'm a BIG fan of public libraries.
ReplyDeleteLove the totem poles, what an interesting library!!!
ReplyDeleteIt is a fine door. And photo.
ReplyDeleteIt is handsome. I have seen totem pole work in blogs from eastern Canada before but I always thought that was a western thing. Now I know better.
ReplyDeleteThe stonework is lovely. I might prefer a more traditional wooden door in that frame though.
ReplyDeleteW O N D E R F U L !
ReplyDeleteCool capture!
The color of the door matches well with your shoes ;)
Interesting name here.
ReplyDeleteI always like walking into this library. Such a grand doorway.
ReplyDeleteI love the carving! The red door is great too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this pic.....I've lived and shopped in this area my whole life and never knew anything about the Library.....thanks for the info. I was just at No Frills across the street to do some shopping. Small world. :-)
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