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Cesar Pelli
The Argentine Cesar Pelli solidified throughout the years his position as one of the 20th century’s preeminent architects by designing some of the world's tallest buildings and other major urban landmarks. His designs are known for their curved facades and metallic elements, appearance of his buildings, which were often surfaced in glass or a thin stone veneer.
Throughout his career Pelli. won more than 80 awards for design excellence, including the American Institute of Architects’ 1995 Gold Medal which recognizes a body of work of lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture. His most famous work are the Petronas Twin Towers, which were for a time the world's tallest buildings. He also designed the World Financial Center complex in downtown Manhattan, Expansion of Washington National Airport, Washington, D.C. and many others.
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