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Being famous and successful does not make you a good designer

  • 1.  Being famous and successful does not make you a good designer

    Posted 09-04-2013 11:03 AM
    http://www.designboom.com/readers/rafael-vinolys-walkie-talkie-skyscraper-oops-or-opportunity/

    http://www.businessinsider.com/architect-behind-the-walkie-talkie-building-2013-9

    I can not believe an architectural firm of this caliber did not do analysis on this building especially in light of similar problems on another project in Las Vegas. Did we not learn in architectural school that concave mirrors create concentrated heat. Its architects like this that bring reproach on our profession.

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    Sally Anne Smith AIA
    Smith Architectural Studio
    Carmel CA
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    AIA26 San Diego June 10-13