the economist building, london 1959-1964. architects: peter and alison smithson (1923-2003 & 1928-1993). the stone chosen by the smithsons, the roach bed portland stone, carries its own ornament. this photo was uploaded with a CC license and may be used free of charge and in any way you see fit. if possible, please name photographer "SEIER+SEIER". if not, don't. the smithsons.‹
The Economist Group (including Office Tower, Residential Block, Former Bank And Podium)

Alison and Peter Smithson

Detail · London, United Kingdom

Photo: seier+seier · 2010-07-29 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Original 2848×2848

the economist building, london 1959-1964. architects: peter and alison smithson (1923-2003 & 1928-1993). the stone chosen by the smithsons, the roach bed portland stone, carries its own ornament. this photo was uploaded with a CC license and may be used free of charge and in any way you see fit. if possible, please name photographer "SEIER+SEIER". if not, don't. the smithsons.

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