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The architect, Peter Arens who is the monstrous carbuncle architect, not merely did his design which had won a public co
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"The architect, Peter Arens who is the monstrous carbuncle architect, not merely did his design which had won a public competition never get built but his practice suffered financially for some years"

- Anthony Holden

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This quote is describing the designer Peter Arens, who is referred to as the "monstrous carbuncle engineer". It is indicating that his design, which had actually won a public competition, was never ever in fact built, and therefore, his practice suffered monetarily for some years. This might be as a result of a range of reasons, such as a lack of financing, or a lack of support from the general public or various other stakeholders. It might additionally be because of the fact that Arens' layout was regarded also debatable or also difficult to build. Whatever the reason, it is clear that Arens' layout was not carried out, and also his method experienced therefore. This quote acts as a reminder of the importance of public support and also funding when it concerns architectural projects, and also the possible repercussions of not having these in position.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Anthony Holden somewhere between May 22, 1947 and today. He was a famous Journalist from United Kingdom. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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