New Criticism Of Libeskind's WTC Design

New questions are being raised about Daniel Libeskind's vision for Ground Zero.

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May 2, 2003, 11:00 AM PDT

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

"Eli Attia, an architect who has been a frequent critic of the rebuilding process, published a study showing that 40 percent to 99 percent of the Wedge of Light would be in shadow cast by the Millenium Hilton Hotel during the times when Mr. Libeskind had said it would be free of shadows...The revelation by Mr. Libeskind raises a multitude of questions about his design, which has attracted criticism from the beginning. In recent weeks, alterations to the plan have made clear that it is not likely to emerge as many people have envisioned."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

Read the full story: Shadows to Fall, Literally, Over 9/11 'Wedge of Light'

Thursday, May 1, 2003 in The New York Times

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