Curves, Mineta San Jose Airport – San Jose, California

Terminal B at the Mineta San Jose Airport is modern, bright and full of curves — what you would expect of a facility serving Silicon Valley. However, I was never a fan of Terminal A. Its angular design with dark marble walls seems awkward and lacks the uplifting drama of Terminal B.

I’ve showcased what I call Cinematics, wide-angle photos cropped in a 16×9 format that mimic the sweep of movies. Today, a slightly different take — a vertical one. And though it doesn’t make sense to call them Cinematics, per say, because of its vertical orientation, it does still give a sweep missing in less wider (or taller) formats.

It is easy to notice the curving walls and skylight, but I didn’t realize the reoccurring theme in the flooring until I made this photo. It does nicely balance the photo, top to bottom, and it’s a thoughtful interior design touch.