On Sat, 24 May 2014 17:10:59 +0100, Doctor John wrote:

> On 24/05/14 01:23, Jim Henderson wrote:
>> Yes, I heard about the news this morning myself.  Really sad news to
>> hear - we went and visited the last time we were in the UK (about 10
>> years ago now, I guess).
>> 
>> It sounds like the Scottish government has said they'll fund the
>> restoration, but I hope it won't be too long before they can get some
>> back.  I really feel for the students who lost work (I guess final
>> projects were due *today* of all days) and their portfolios.  That's a
>> massive blow to their education and careers.
>> 
>> 
> It appears that 70% of the art has been saved and 90% of the building is
> undamaged. 

I heard that - excellent news there....

> Unfortunately, the library (image link below)
> http://www.boumbang.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Charles-Rennie-
Mackintosh-Glasgow-School-of-Art-Library-1909.jpg
> has been completely destroyed.

and not so excellent news there.

> The good news is that, because it is an art school, it's probably better
> documented, drawn and photographed than many other iconic buildings.
> Reconstruction won't be easy or quick, but it can be done.

Yep.  I understand that the "Hen run" is also likely a complete loss, 
though.

> I, too, feel for those who have lost their work

I wonder what the school's contingency for that is?

Jim

-- 
"I learned long ago, never to wrestle with a pig. You get dirty, and 
besides, the pig likes it." - George Bernard Shaw

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