Starchitecture

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    Large, unusual building projects designed by celebrity architects. uncountable, usually
  2. 2
    The use of spectacular and signature projects by urban policy-makers with the purpose of branding or distinguishing the image of one city or place at the international level. uncountable, usually

    "But in an age of starchitecture, Erickson's refusal to adopt a signature look kept him from achieving the kind of recognition he deserved."

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"But in an age of starchitecture, Erickson's refusal to adopt a signature look kept him from achieving the kind of recognition he deserved."

Etymology

Blend of star + architecture.

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