This concrete flower towered over the roof of the 4 Embarcadero Center. Notice the spiral ramp that is part of the sculpture
and provides access to all three floors. This shot was taken from a room in the Hayatt Regency Hotel.
by Bryan Costales
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A view of "The Tulip" looking up from the top floor of the 4 Embarcadero Center. Behind the sculpture was the 4 Embarcadero Center
highrise.
by Bryan Costales
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The base of "The Tulip" sculpture was surrounded by a rich arrangement of foliage. That garden was itself surrounded by a small
fountain, unseen here.
by Bryan Costales
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Small lamps lined the edge of "The Tulip" sculpture. They were off during the day, no matter how gray or overcast the day,
but were lit at night.
by Bryan Costales
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"The Tulip" sculpture as viewed from the outdoor portion of the 4 Embarcadero Center. Here, the Hayatt Regency Hotel lay behind
the sculpture.
by Bryan Costales
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A detailed close-up of "The Tulip" sculpture. Note the cross braces in the center. Also notice how the lights are set into
metal pieces that run the length of the interior edge.
by Bryan Costales
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A detail shot of the top of "The Tulip" sculpture. Notice how the interior bracing is box-like, whereas the petals are formed
from relaxed curves.
