Well the photographs are beautiful and I think the selection of projects is good. I'd question inlcuding the Disney Concert Hall, but Frank is so topical I can understand the inclusion.
It chaps me a little that the name of the architect isn't included on the stamp. Raising awareness of good building design is important, but we as a profession are also struggling to make the public understand that architects are a necessary part of any truly successful contemporary building project. I know there are issues within the profession about giving credit to singular people when the project is a team effort, etc. But I still feel that the expertise, experience, and vision of the architect as a creator should be recognized when we are recognizing the power of an important building.
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Well the photographs are beautiful and I think the selection of projects is good. I'd question inlcuding the Disney Concert Hall, but Frank is so topical I can understand the inclusion.
It chaps me a little that the name of the architect isn't included on the stamp. Raising awareness of good building design is important, but we as a profession are also struggling to make the public understand that architects are a necessary part of any truly successful contemporary building project. I know there are issues within the profession about giving credit to singular people when the project is a team effort, etc. But I still feel that the expertise, experience, and vision of the architect as a creator should be recognized when we are recognizing the power of an important building.
also from may 19
oops, missed that one the first time around. thanks javier, and sorry for the redundant post!
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