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“It's a fault line where the flotsam and energy that washes up from the Pacific collides with all of urban America crashing in from the other direction.”

Quote by Antoine Predock

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Antoine Predock

Antoine Predock is a renowned architect, born in 1936. His works are known for their unique style and profound understanding of modern architecture. more

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