Office and Factory Buildings, Cali, Colombia, 1945: Elevation (1/16" = 1'-0") 1945

Editor: Here we have "Office and Factory Buildings, Cali, Colombia, 1945: Elevation" by M.A.C. It's a detailed architectural drawing...almost feels like a blueprint. What's striking to you about it? Curator: The drawing is a fascinating artifact. Consider the period - 1945. World War II is ending, and places like Cali are rapidly industrializing. This elevation speaks to the aspirations of progress. Editor: So, you see the drawing as a reflection of a particular socio-economic moment? Curator: Precisely. It's not just lines on paper, but a statement about Colombia's place in the post-war world, and the public role of architecture. What do you make of the buildings' design? Editor: It seems very functional, perhaps even austere. Curator: Yes, reflecting the utilitarian ethos of the time. The drawing is not just a technical document, but a window into a society's ambitions. Editor: That's a completely different way to look at it. I thought it was just a blueprint!