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First, Mr. D., thanks for clarifying what is meant by good detailing in modern architecture. I'm sorry, but the vast majority of B&L's designs set the bar way, way too low with yes, poor detailing and substandard quality of materials.

Daley Plaza, on the other hand, Mr. D., you are totally wrong about. As someone hit upon a few posts up, If this plaza was empty 90% of the time (which it isn't, not by a long shot), it would still be a huge, huge success based upon all of the civic demonstrations, etc. that it has engendered. I can't tell you how many times I've been in that plaza, full of civic pride, with large crowds whether I am attending political rallies (such as Clinton/Gore back in 1992) or simply gathering with other cyclists for the monthly critical mass ride. The place is indispensable to this city and I can't possible imagine it without it.