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201477 min0documentary

6.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Where Architects Live

201477 min0documentary

6.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Eight renowned architects, including Shigeru Ban and Zaha Hadid, reveal how their personal living spaces shape their architectural philosophies.

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Francesca Molteni

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Eight renowned architects, including Shigeru Ban and Zaha Hadid, reveal how their personal living spaces shape their architectural philosophies.

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Shigeru Ban and Zaha Hadid invite audiences into their homes in "Where Architects Live." The film features eight architects, including Mario Bellini and David Chipperfield. Each architect discusses how their living spaces reflect their design philosophies. Mario Bellini's elegant home contrasts with David Chipperfield's minimalist style. Massimiliano Fuksas, Marcio Kogan, Daniel Libeskind, and Studio Mumbai also share their unique approaches to architecture. The film runs for 77 minutes and was directed by Francesca Molteni.

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