Loch Haven Art Center
The character of such a building
is quite difficult to define in a
few short words. Because of its
complex program it must possess
many traits and as often happens
in flexible individuals, these ex-
pressions of character can be
contradictory.
The building is formal, yet flows
freely, it imposes restrictions
while encouraging freedom, it
displays strength but will not
dominate or overpower.

It is straight-forward and honest,
and yet its simplicity belies the
complex functions from which it
grew. It is a contemporary build-
ing in so far as concept and
museum technology are concern-
ed, yet it delights in the use of
traditional materials.
The building, in order to project
itself into the community and
fill its needs, must do many
things, and gain its acceptance
not through one outstanding trait
but through many. U
4 / THE FLORIDA ARCHITECT / May 1969