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Re: Archer Avenue Subway - 25th Anniversary |
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Posted by gbs on Wed Dec 11 02:10:05 2013, in response to Archer Avenue Subway - 25th Anniversary, posted by renee gil on Wed Dec 11 01:07:03 2013. I can't decide what I like least about those stations, especially Parsons/Archer:-- the lighting. The platform's fluorescent tubes are in narrow channels that prevent their light from spreading and illuminating the whole area. At the west end, where the ceiling soars, harsh floodlights cast a garish glow. The whole effect is both dark and stark and horrible. -- the materials. For some of the newer stations in the system, they are in terrible condition. The bottom stairs at the "grand entrance" at Parsons Blvd are different and more worn than the others (unless they've been fixed) and they're not standard size steps. -- the physical design. There's too much walking to the east exit and the escalators appear to be in a utility area, not a decorated space for the public. (When the station opened, there was criticism that the first escalator after the turnstile was to the lower level only, "tricking" customers into riding the J instead of the E.) -- the color scheme. Those mustard tiles under the glow of the mercury lights are vile. -- the smell at the east end from the rats and garbage. There are probably other factors, but I'm repressing (mercifully) and can't think of them. The whole place is depressing and I hate having to use it. |
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