If you’re reading this, you probably already think that cities need architects, so there is no need for an exposé detailing the arguments to that point. The buildings that make up our cities do come from the lines of an architect’s drawing, but unfortunately architects sometimes have an oversized impression of the degree to which they impact and shape the urban realm. One could argue that the true power lies with the developers and investors who are actually initiating projects, financing them, and selecting specific architects to complete them.

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