Architect Richard Rose-Casemore considers trophies, design narratives and the merits of architecture prizes.
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On design awards
On design awards
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We need to talk about storage
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Marina City, Chicago’s hidden gem
This article was originally published in April 2019. The birthplace of the skyscraper overflows with famous buildings – but none as stunning as a lesser-known piece of...
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Blueprint for the modern embassy
Blueprint for the modern embassy
This article was originally published on 30 April 2018. The recent completion of the hugely expensive new US Embassy in London and the continued controversy around the US...
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My favourite buildings: Maison de Verre
My favourite buildings: Maison de Verre
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My favourite buildings
My favourite buildings
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Architecture without architects
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Just what is it that makes Tadao Ando’s work so different, so appealing?
Just what is it that makes Tadao Ando’s work so different, so appealing?
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White Collar Factory: the best of old and new
White Collar Factory: the best of old and new
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DESIGN REVIEW PANELS
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Amidst the clamour for local authorities to give planning permission for new homes more easily and more speedily, there is thankfully a mechanism for upholding the quality of new...