Spotted on a recent trip to Leeds. The Bourse is a refurbished courtyard business area, its windows cleverly designed to slice up the reflections of the buildings opposite. Sit awhile on one of its benches in this oasis of peace in a busy quarter of the city.
For Jude’s Bench Challenge.
From Pyrenees to Pennines 
That’s a pretty neat place Margaret
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It was a nice surprise. It was never like that when I lived in Leeds.
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That is a smart piece of design. Quite a perplexing photo until you know what it is.
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Indeed. And despite the apparent busyness of the reflections, this is a relaxing space.
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Fabulous design
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It’s great, isn’t it?
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While hen parties stagger past, in my experience, but the reflections and style are lovely. I’m sitting on a bench in Plac Wolnosci, Poznan, waiting for a tour guide xx
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I regret not going to Poznan. Tell us about it later.
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How cool is that!
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It was 30 degrees that day 🤣.
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Not what I meant, and you know, oh woman of words!!
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😉🤣
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🙄
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What a great idea!
The Fab Four of Cley
🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
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Great photo. It does look very peaceful and relaxing, and the mirrors. Add another dimension to it. During my trip to Europe, a couple of months back I saw tons of benches, but I never thought to take a photo. I kind of kick myself because some were pretty amazing. And when I read Susan‘s comment of 30° it didn’t look that cold then I realized you meant 86°F. Have a wonderful weekend!
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Thank you. We expect rain. We want rain. So needed …
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A lovely place to sit, on reflection!
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Very clever indeed Margaret but I’m not sure looking for a while wouldn’t make me a bit crazy!!!
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It’s strangely relaxing, oddly enough!
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How very clever. Leeds has changed somewhat since my last visit there. I reckon that workman has clocked you taking the photos!
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As there were four of us snapping away he’d have been blind not to!
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I think I like the b&w version best because the reflections are more striking, or maybe it’s because of the slightly different angle from which you’ve taken it.
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Oddly, this b/w fan prefers the colour here. But I like both. Thanks Anabel.
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I was surprised to realize in this instance I prefer the color photo. Great shots.
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Yes, I think the colour is a plus here. Thanks for looking and considering!
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What an amazing effect – seems it is quite dynamic as the reflections shift as one moves around.
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Yes, a gentle walk round the square with your eyes on the reflections is a worthwhile little stroll.
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What an amazing reflection Margaret. The benches don’t look too comfortable!
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No they don’t. I like a back rest.
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Me too!
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What a lovely place to sit. The reflections are perfect.
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It’s a little oasis in a busy part of the city.
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The reflections are amazing. I think the worker is offering you his sandwich. ; )
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Nice of you to think so. I think he as wishing we would go away!
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I am going to have to convince my friends to venture into the centre when I am there in October!
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Seriously. You must. The city centre area is transformed. Don’t your friends live there any more either?
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oh they do, just usually when I visit we don’t head into the centre
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Just … do it. Specific recommendations on request!
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