Look at almost any city centre, and you will mostly find a mix of square blocks and standard glass office towers. People living in large towns generally expect some public buildings become more than venues. They do the job they are built for, but they rarely alter how a neighbourhood actually looks or feels. For a long time, the common view was that major cities were just practical zones meant for work, shopping, and getting around. Bold, artistic architecture was not usually something you saw in everyday municipal projects.
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