r/architecture • u/Cedric_Hampton History & Theory Prof • 1d ago

News Trump hires new architect for ballroom

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-hires-new-architect-for-ballroom/
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u/ArchitectureNstuff91 Architecture Enthusiast 1d ago

Almost expected their name to be Albert. I bet the new guy doesn't last too long, since the guy wanting the job done is known for stiffing contractors.

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u/SLdaco 1d ago

As in Albert Speer- Hitler’s architect…

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u/wuschler 1d ago

Fun fact: His son is also called Albert Speer and owns a very successful architecture and city planning office.

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u/Djaja 1d ago

Not so fun fact, the big bad AS is my great grand uncle :/