Love it or hate it! The Oculus, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, for me is one of the most beautiful buildings for photography.
The World Trade Center grounds are special to me because of my experience on 9/11, and this building is, I feel, a truly special gift and memorial to those lost that day. The way the light comes into the building makes you almost feel like you are in a magnificent church.
About the author
Phil Penman
UK-born, NY-based photographer Phil Penman has documented the rapid flux of New York City's streets for over 25 years. With clients ranging from People Magazine to The Daily Telegraph, he has photographed celebrated living legends, including Jennifer Lopez and Bill Gates, and captured historical moments such as the September 11th Terrorist Attacks. Penman's distinctive style, versatility, and dedication to his craft has won him prestigious awards and exhibitions, including the Leica Fotografie international Picture Prize and distinction as one of the "52 Most Influential Street Photographers" alongside industry legends, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Sebastião Salgado