Furniture building
Make your own terms
That speak of the past
An ephemeral sign on the exterior wall of an old building slowly succumbs to the vicissitudes of time.
“I think people should appreciate some of these buildings a little more. Not just because they are old and they have history but because they are built better and include much more personal details.” – Matt Spencer
Freight hauling
Overland route
Rail road
Civilization’s remnant structures retain hints and echoes of an industrial heritage. Early transcontinental transportation hubs still define the local ambiance of some western venues. Part of the incentive was to establish unique remote locations appearing desirable as travel destinations.
“Boys did not go to work on the railroad simply because their fathers did. What fetched them were sights and sounds of moving trains, and above all the whistle of a locomotive. I’ve heard of the call of the wild, the call of the law, the call of the church. There is also the call of the railroad.” – Gary Krist
Sweat rocks
Jewelry beads
Open curios
Here are things tendered that you didn’t know you needed, but might not be able to obtain elsewhere. Odd businesses emerge in tourist venues, largely defined in terms of capitalist modes of production and consumption.
“This civilization is the impact of the world’s consumption behavior.” – Toba Beta
Identity reservation
Fashionable manner
Sartorial splendor
The dude is far out man! For those seeking a more rustic experience in the untamed west, here is a cheap accommodation alternative one block north of the Yellowstone National Park west entrance, catering to urbanites unaccustomed to the frontier and all other primitive settings.
“The Dude abides. I don’t know about you, but I take comfort in that, knowin’ he’s out there. The Dude. Takin’ ‘er easy for all us sinners.” – The Stranger
Since 1902
Serving Southeast Idaho
Appliances mattresses
Most often such fading, antiquated, painted signs on downtown buildings are remnants of long-gone enterprises. In this case, however, Pocatello Electric is alive and kicking, still generating sparks.
“Our knowledgeable staff will be happy to offer you a great service.” – Mike Vigliaturo
Art-deco style
Iconic marquee
Celebration token
All that is remaining of the downtown landmark Chief Theater in Pocatello is this restored sign located in a parking lot. I wonder to what extend it is now considered a symbol of cultural appropriation. Given that different cultures naturally interact and borrow or absorb ideas, how precisely can “cultural appropriation” be defined?
“We think the restoration of that sign is extremely important to the history of this community. We’re going to move ahead with it.” – Randy Dixon
Honorable achievement
Entertainment lounge
Legendary performers
Located in the historic President Hotel, the Drum Room restaurant and lounge is famous and unique. Opened in 1941, the swanky venue hosted an impressive array of celebrity performers including Benny Goodman, Glen Miller, Frank Sinatra, Patsy Cline and more. Anyone who was performing in Kansas City back ‘in the day’ would come to the Drum Room.
“A classic, classy cocktail lounge that plays up Kansas City’s heritage as a slightly seedy entertainment destination of decades gone by.” – Will S.
Highly specialized
Linguistic exuberance
Fashionable accessories
Symbols and textures combine in conveying meaning. In the abstract semantic systems found in cultural constructs, such symbols are associated with aspects of the factual world as perceived. As the philosopher Augustine stipulated, a sign is something that shows itself to the senses and something other than itself to the mind.
“Boutique is a French word that simply means half of what you expected at twice the price.” – mikesaidwhat
Leasing center
Fitness experience
Twists and turns
Contrasts between concepts can provide signification as the city narrative offers many interesting juxtapositions, unintentionally elevating the urban living experience.
“We pride ourselves on offering the best experience possible to everyone that comes through our doors.” – Kirk Galiani
Music calendar
Complete selection
Advance notice
Organizing symbols in a colorful chalk grid, this variable hand drawn typographic display is part of the ambiance at the Jazz Corner of New Orleans.
“Madame Lily Devalier always asked “Where are you?” in a way that insinuated that there were only two places on earth one could be: New Orleans and somewhere ridiculous.” – Tom Robbins