The urbanist entertains
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At the 'Intervening in the European City' conference, Massimiliano Fuksas managed to present the most sparkling array of projects - each of which were different and could not be labeled as a particular 'house style'. His comment is that the 'historical significance' of a site is much more important than the 'visual significance' and his architectural style should be an inspiration for UK architects.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 2004
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Raise your glass
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Late Andrew Doolan's last building, a modern extension to a Victorian suburban building is situated in Edinburgh's Grange district. The building, a clear winner of Edinburgh Architectural Association Awards for 2004, was designed to express as little structural framing as possible and by silvering even the internal steel columns.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 2004
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Shingle file at primary school
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Hampshire County Council architects have attempted since the 1980s to use environmentally-friendly materials to produce or renovate buildings. Their aim has also been to be cost effective and their work on primary schools has become well-known.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 2000
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