Architecture: 'Commission Of The Century'

An obscure and radical theorist becomes architecture's hottest new star. Here is the story of Daniel Libeskind.

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March 5, 2003, 11:00 AM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Who would have thought a year ago that a world-class radical architect would be chosen to design the WTC site?...The selection of someone of Libeskinds caliber for this historic project is a turning point for architecture and for the city, and it sends a clear signal that the public has an appetite for innovative design. It was public passion that forced the design competition from which Libeskind has emerged victorious."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

FULL STORY: Daniel Libeskind Takes Hom e The Prize

Tuesday, March 4, 2003 in Newsweek

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