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“Trend is not destiny.”

Quote by Lewis Mumford

Book:Architecture as a home for man: essays for architectural record

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Architecture as a home for man: essays for architectural record

This book delves into the philosophical and practical aspects of architecture, focusing on its role as a space for human life and well-being. more

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Historian and urban planner, known for his influential work on city planning and design, including the seminal work 'The City in History'. more

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