BIG's 670 Mesquit complex approved in Los Angeles with housing and elementary school
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Saudatu Bah
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Summary
Danish architecture studio BIG has revealed plans for 670 Mesquit, a four-building complex in Los Angeles that includes housing, an elementary school, and other facilities. The project has recently been approved by the city council and has generated reader reactions, with some describing it as "comically out of scale." The article appears to be part of Dezeen's newsletter coverage of architectural projects and public reception.
Key quotes
· 3 pulled"comically out of scale"
"four-building complex in Los Angeles with housing, an elementary school and other facilities"
"recently approved by the city council"
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