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Show South Temple at if00 '.Vest k. >alt Lake Union Pacific Railroad Station ARCHITECTURE (continued): iinaov; bays in the station are of three types-square, segmented end ;xoman. mv. Tne flat bays contain several v/indov/ types, most of which feature decorative brick framing in the form of radiating voussoir headers or corbeled square brick "frames." In each bay are combination of doublehung sash v;indov/s and larger fixed sash center and transom windov/s. The segmented bays are on the ground level only and constitute the openings for several triple-door entries. The three Roman orhalf-round bays are found on the second level of the central complex of the station. These bays are recessed from the main plane of the building and have corbeled. arches. The windows themselves are either fixed or easement. Other exterior decorative elements include the twin front tovmers, carved stone gargoyles, faint quoins at the building's corners, classical fascia, on the entry canopy, stained glass windows (on the west side) and original gas lamps. The station's interior consists of a typical grouping of railroadrelated rooms, including waiting rooms; baggage rooms; ticket office; employees and administrative offices; railway agent and express offices; telegraph, engineering and equipment offices; club rooms and many other specialized rooms and areas. Most impressive architecturally is the large \vaiting room with its round, vaulted ceiling and lighting fixtures recessed in the arches of the vault. French Renaissance decoration is again apparent in the classical wall pilasters, cartouche motifs at the capitals, roundarched hallways and balcony bays and overall classical treatment of moldings and other decorative elements. The French Renaissance design theme is carried consistently throughout the building. Because of its formalism, grand scale and thoughtful detailing, the station is an imposing landmark in Salt LakeCity. |
