Uploaded on 2015-04-20 by rjtbelie

![Interior of Union Station Terminal, Los Angeles California. ][1] Interior of Union Station Terminal, Los Angeles California. 1. This photo was taken at the largest passenger railway hub in the western United States at a setting that has been showcased in several television commercial spots for its classy design and old-world charm. The photo is from this past winter holiday timeframe during a family visit to nearby Little Tokyo. It depicts a transportation terminal with its original architectural design stylings from its creation in 1939 along with modern amenities and technological upgrades including digital departure and arrival message boards. The photo contains passengers in transit to their trains or buses with a variety of luggage and accessories, a manned (non-digital) information booth, an upscale restaurant and restaurant staff, holiday decorations, significant natural and electric-based lighting fixtures, and numerous rows of elegant and comfortably cushioned seats in the large waiting area. Overall Union Station transports some 60,000 persons on a daily basis throughout the Los Angeles area and beyond. It is modern and functional while also maintaining the charm, historical identity and style of the city. 2. Two pieces of invisible information that can be extracted from this photo are 1) the transportation usage data from the 16 rail-based track lines along with the numerous bus stops and 2) the energy efficiency derived from the incorporation of natural light and limited reliance on artificial lighting during daylight hours. 3. The electrical usage data pertaining to lighting needs at Union Station could be analyzed and compared with other structures to examine the savings impact provided by incorporating natural lighting when possible. According to Bestplaces.net (as well has having personally lived in the area off and on for several decades) Los Angeles has on average some 284 sunny days per year. This means nearly 78% of the time Union Station could take advantage of its location and limit energy expenditures by utilizing its large windows for functional lighting as well as aesthetic pleasantries. [1]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14295007929973583.jpg