is a notable architectural effort. This Hall, in its imposing dimensions and breadth of scale, is in some respects the finest of all interiors submitted by the competitors of any nationality.
Far removed in form and spirit from Professor Nobbs’ design is that of Mr. A. S. G. Butler, which has something of the character of a fortress. But while the plan is symmetrical, no attempt has been made to separate in an emphatic manner the Assembly Hall from the Secretariat. The design is based on the assumption that it would be impossible to put up a building with the accommodation asked for at the price stipulated unless the style of its architecture was one of severe simplicity. The plan shows that Mr.
Butler has devoted more care to the study of the actual site than have most of the competitors, and he has also paid strict regard to the financial exigencies. For this reason the outside of the Assembly Hall has not been made to dominate the rest of the building to the extent which it might if there were more funds for the work. On the other hand, many of the outer walls support secondary suites of rooms, combined in large units of design, which give to the composition a certain grandeur and an effect of social importance. The symmetrical facade towards the Lake, with its prominent central feature elegantly supported by the two wings, is of particular interest. It is noteworthy that the circulation of traffic for all classes of people
DESIGN SUBMITTED BY E. S. BELL, Architect.
DESIGN SUBMITTED BY MESSRS. KIEFFER & FLEMING, Architects.