Robots in Trafalgar Square

To launch London Design Festival some robots were put in Trafalgar Square. They were borrowed from Audi's production line in Ingolstadt and fitted with lights. They were then used to write messages. It looked quite smart.

Brighton

I took this picture as I walked back to my car. The weather that day had been terrible, but for the couple of hours I had been in Brighton it was nice. A period of good weather just before the sun sets is always pleasant and has a relaxing effect. The light is also warm and good for photography. I just liked this view, blue sky with some thin white cloud and the shapes of the lamppost and surrounds in the foreground.

Colourful Buildings

St Giles is the area of London to the east of Soho. It's not had the best reputation through its history. Its a bit of a no-mans land between more interesting places around it. There's a new set of buildings gone up recently which will liven it up a bit. They have bright coloured fascias. Called Central St Giles and designed by Renzo Piano they are interesting and definitely stand out. Remind me a bit too much of lego though.

Brighton

Trying to drive back to London the traffic was dreadful. According to the radio the M25 was bad as well. It was also pouring with rain. So I gave up and headed towards the coast instead. Arriving in Brighton at 6pm, just as parking fees are suspended. I parked on the sea front and the rain had stopped. Had an amble around for an hour or two enjoying the sun and sea front and took some photographs with the little Ixus. I must go down there with the proper camera one day.

Anyway, here's a picture of the pier, sea and beach. It also shows part of the rail track.