Posted: Jan 31, 2012 10:16 am
Nora_Leonard wrote:I still think he's talking about a secular building that has the grandeur of a temple/church and can serve as the unifying centre for a community linked by some ideals. That would also offer the kind of pastoral services associated with churches, temples etc. Clearly some of us think that would be a good idea, whereas others are appalled. That's what I mean by polarised.
Yes, he should say more about what happens in the building that provides a unifying centre. The architecture is not the main issue.
I really don't like what he said about using something similar to religious models of propaganda, on general principle, and because I'm not clear what message he wants to promote.
I have the feeling there could be something of value in there, but I don't know what it is, yet.