The Exeter Library is another inspring building of Kahn's.
What I find interesting is about this building is the play between truth and lies about the load bearing masonry system.
In these images, notice the clever system of the brick 'collumns' which are distinguishable as solids in between lines of windows. The arch above each window allows the windows to subtly get wider as the building rises. This obviously means the 'collumns' get narrower as it rises, demonstrating the load system, wear the bases is copping the brunt of it.
The other interesting feature is at the corners of the facade, he has place a small diagonal wall which is set back against the right angled main walls. This creates the illusion that the main walls are not load bearing and are simply a screens about the building.
Inside you see the geometric voids that Kahn is so well known for.
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