The black and white image captures architect, Thomas Danielson, determinedly marching from an old warehouse housing a local arts collective. Unseen protesters plead for him to pause and explain his decision to demolish the building. Danielson refuses to break stride or even acknowledge the protesters or photographer’s presence. His path is singular, his vision for progress, unyielding.
The photo encapsulates the developer's infamous zeal and polarising methods. To some, he was a man of implacable vision, clearing the path for modern marvels. To others, he embodied the myopic arrogance of urban planners. Deaf to the voices pleading to preserve neighbourhoods and cultural histories now condemned to the wrecking ball.
