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100 _aBarker, T.
245 _aReach and grasp
260 _c2004
490 _aBuilding
_v269(8336) 11 June 2004, 34(1)
520 _aCriticises various designs for buildings of the future. Argues that often the ideas are commendable but there are no realistic plans for their development. These include eco-towers where there is no example in the world of an environmentally-friendly, efficient building made entirely of glass. Recommends that a good place to examine advanced visions of the future is at the Design Research Lab of the Architectural Association. Argues for more clarity and honesty in design and the assessment of design.
650 _aARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
650 _aENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY BUILDINGS
650 _aTOWER BLOCKS
690 _aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
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