Eyesore

An eyesore is something that is largely considered to look unpleasant or ugly. Its technical usage is as an alternative perspective to the notion of landmark. Common examples include dilapidated buildings, graffiti, litter, polluted areas, and excessive commercial signage such as billboards. Some eyesores may be a matter of opinion such as controversial modern architecture (see also spite house), transmission towers or wind turbines.[1][2] Natural eyesores include feces, mud and weeds.[3]

  1. ^ Nick Mathiason (June 25, 2006), "Homeowners get green light for 'eyesore' wind turbines", The Guardian, London
  2. ^ Site, Building (18 June 2007), Eyesore or gem: Gateshead car park, BBC
  3. ^ Scott C. Scarfone (2007), Professional Planting Design, John Wiley and Sons, p. 255, ISBN 978-0-471-76139-6