The ultrabuilder
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Building design firm Skidmore, Owings and Merrill SOM is known for several high buildings in the world such as the Sears Tower in Chicago. Head structural engineer Bill Baker is slated to do several new towers, the tallest of which is the Burj Dubai at 2,500 feet. His projects, his practice and SOM's history are discussed.
Publication Name: Wired
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 1059-1028
Year: 2007
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Any way you want it
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Cube is a 22 story high-rise building in Miami that features highly customizable unit layouts. Based on architect Chad Oppenheim's 1994 Cornell thesis, the building is set to begin construction in January 2008.
Publication Name: Wired
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 1059-1028
Year: 2007
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Take a picture, it'll last longer
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A complete buyer's guide of the latest cell phones, which are full of features, is presented. Price, availability, special features, etc. are provided for each product mentioned.
Publication Name: Wired
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 1059-1028
Year: 2005
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