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Bowyer vs Well Towers – Functions & Feelings
A side-by-side of Bowyer, Well, and a compact interior labelled ‘Balley’: why spaces feel the way they do.
11/27/2025
11 min read
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| Tower | Primary Role | Spatial Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Bowyer | Armoury links | Dense, utilitarian |
| Well | Water supply | Quiet, service-focused |
| “Balley” interior | Confinement | Tight, constrained |
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Bottom Line
Function shapes feeling—and memory follows.
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