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Less is Moore

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Converting a former sheep barn into a sculpture gallery at the Henry Moore Foundation involved taking a modest approach to design by architect firm Hawkins/Brown which was commissioned to undertake the work. The gallery is needed to house some of Henry Moore's works and the barn design needs to reflect Moore's minimalist approach, while not creating an eyesore in the local countryside. The 550,000 pounds sterling barn conversion will house works which are expected to be seen by up to 10,000 people each year.

Exhibitions, Moore, Henry, Art museum architecture, Hawkins/Brown

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Handled with care

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A description is presented of the design and construction of the extension to the Maggie Jencks Cancer Care Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland, which was designed by Richard Murphy Architects. The home-like qualities of the centre are discussed.

Buildings and facilities, Day care centers, Maggie Jencks Cancer Care Centre, Edinburgh, Scotland, Richard Murphy Architects

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Trying it at home

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A description is presented of the design and construction of a self-build house which was designed by Burd Haward Marston Architects in London, England. The structure and costs of the house are discussed.

Housing, London, England, Architect-designed houses, Burd Haward Marston Associates

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