Prince of Wales criticises modern architecture

Title

Prince of Wales criticises modern architecture

Genre

Interview

TX Date

2 Nov 1988

Year of production

1988

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Duration

00:02:14

Description

William (Bill) Rodgers, Director-General of the Royal Institute of Architects (and former politician), defends his members against the criticism by Prince Charles, Prince of Wales of modern architecture. He says the prince is too nostalgic and each building must be taken on its merits, even tower blocks. John Alcock interviews.

Contributors

William Rodgers; John Alcock

Keywords

Architecture; Architects; Royal family; Royalty; Prince Charles; Buildings; Modernization; Prince of Wales; Modern architecture

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