122 — Rem Koolhaas's SMLXL — 3/4
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Reimagining Architectural Norms
This chapter explores a distinct library proposal that challenges conventional architectural aesthetics while critiquing the complexities faced by architects. It emphasizes the interplay between imaginative design elements and practical functionality, using detailed examples from a French national library competition. The discussion further highlights the intentional beauty found in perceived flaws and the intricate relationship between a building's exterior and interior within contemporary architectural culture.
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