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Juhani Pallasmaa
Juhani Pallasmaa

Juhani Pallasmaa is a Finnish architect known for his profound insights into the relationship between architecture and human perception. His work emphasizes the poetic and philosophical aspects of architecture, as well as its sensitivity to environment and culture. more

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