Jeanne Gang on the future of architecture

Name: Jeanne Gang on the future of architecture
Uploaded: 2023-12-01T01:30:27.81Z
Duration: 4 min 1 s
Description: Designer of Aqua Tower, the St. Regis Chicago, and the Lincoln Park Nature Boardwalk, Jeanne Gang is one of the best-known contemporary architects in the world.

Designer of Aqua Tower, the St. Regis Chicago, and the Lincoln Park Nature Boardwalk, Jeanne Gang is one of the best-known contemporary architects in the world.

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