What Does it Take to Make a Building
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01-Jan-2021
What Does It Take to Make a Building' is the second film in a series where Piers Taylor engages in intimate conversations with architects about their practices and influences. This installment features Sarah Wigglesworth, focusing on her socially and environmentally minded approach seen in the groundbreaking 'Stock Orchard Street' house and studio. Wigglesworth discusses her belief that architecture can be a powerful force for positive change, challenging societal models that link worthiness to affordability. The documentary captures her commitment to making everyday spaces better through innovative design.
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