Geisel Library

spent some of the twenties yrs reading/writing on the upper north west corner—- inspiring would not overstate the sites’ purposefulness

And speaking as someone who works in one, I know whereof I speak. The design of the place is outrageous in the best possible way thanks to that architecture. Situated in a fine spot overall too. And it’s named after Dr. Seuss, what more do you need to know?

If and when you do get to San Diego to visit Khan’s work, make sure to stop and visit William L. Pereira’s Library at UCSD. It’s in every sense a fantabulous building. The views from the top floors are great, nothing’s obstructed, but more importantly, visit the underground floors as well, it’s the only way you’ll discover the skylights, which presumably you’ve missed when you went in (or at least I did, when I first visited) because they are covered by mirrors mirroring the landscape. ;-)

Also of note is John Baldessari’s “Read/Write/Think/Dream” at the entrance doors.

- viridiana.