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According to the Structurae
web page, an oxide layer formed immediately after the building's
completion. More importantly, it further states, "on
vertical or sheltered surfaces, the oxide layer develops into
an anthracite-brown hue with a matt shine...on inclined surfaces,
the protective layer continues to change in color...[developing]
into copper's familiar patina green, creating a soft, continually
varying play of color on the vertical and inclined facades
of the harbor control tower." So as time passes, the
variations in its skin will help to make a unique object,
beyond its purely formal aspects.
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