Some of Vancouver's architecture is inspired. The curves on this building, which I probably failed to properly photograph are truly beautiful. Some other architecture is boring sixties cement building style. Ironically the apartments in those cement buildings are far more spacious and functional than the smaller, prettier new versions of human habitats. As Peter Gabriel put it a while ago: "this is an announcement from genetic control: there's a four foot restriction on humanoid height," just so you fit in those new structures.

I knew Vancouver would work for me from the moment I saw this interesting piece of art. I leave the comments to you. The day was beautiful and a meal at a restaurant practically on the water was a perfect opportunity for people and...plane watching

In general it should be noted that the greatest appeal of this city is its proximity to the water.
The said institution is the pretentious but impecably located Lift, which offers expensive but excellent dessert and views of the water. The excellent location could not however be enjoyed without a permanent base. I embarked with trepidation in the process of fidning a place.

It was a slow and stressful process as the Vancouver rental market weirdly leaves everything to the last moment. You may find nothing till two days before the end of each month, when suddenly craig's list is inundated with offers. I thus managed to procure lodgings that are well situated and also modern two days before the end of the month.
I was however concerned as my soon to be house had certain Kitschy elements. Still it was spacious enough that I was happy to take it. Not to mention that the immitation hardwood floor was in my mind to be a perfect displey for my rugs.

So while waiting for all my stuff to arrive I ventured to campus to prepare my office. After the fixit people put a fresh coat of paint on the walls I was ready to settle in. By now I am becoming a regular and my day consists of a lot of hours sat infront of this computer, writing lecture outlines and preparing powerpoint presentations. And still a lot is left to be done.

Soon after, the race to IKEA and the furnishing spree started. In three days almost everything was ready as the Greek boy was able to rely on the impressive logistical and financial capacity of his mother. Cherchez la femme. Things started taking shape and I liked what I saw. Even my Kitschy entertainement space stopped annoying me too much. Or maybe I just stoped thinking about it.

This is my dinning room. I personally love the table. It actually opens and becomes a six person sitting space. I am impressed with Swedish ingenuity. I have to say that for all the snobbism that is directed towards the IKEA people, the whole project of IKEA is impressive in both logistical and engineering terms. I think that the US army would do well to give contracts for its supply to the Swedes and take them from Haliburton. Can you imagine Ikea trucks running up and down the desert offering meals to the GIs. I think they would do an excellent job.


I even have a spacious kitchen of which I do not have the most recent photo I must say. I have spotted in my neighborhood, which I will be photographing soon, a butcher and there are tons of fresh produce places as well as delis of all sorts. So this Kitchen should be getting some use.


And this is the tiny berdoom. One of three tiny bedrooms. One is used as a guestroom, one as an office and this as my place of rest. nothing impressive in the decoration, just a place to rest. So this is it. Now you just have to visit me. No excuses for not coming over. cheers.