Bruce Graham

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/bruce-graham

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1. When was Bruce Graham born?December 1, 1925
2. Where was Bruce Graham born?Colombia
3. What is Bruce Graham known for?Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), John Hancock Center
4. What is the affiliation?Skidmore, Owings and Merrill (SOM)
5. What is the major urban planning roles?Broadgate and Canary Wharf developments (London)
6. Who was Bruce Graham?Bruce Graham was a Colombian-born architect born in 1925. He worked for the firm Skidmore, Owings and Merrill and built many famous skyscrapers.

Master Plan: A comprehensive strategy for the development and use of land in a city or region.
Urban Regeneration: The process of improving and revitalizing deteriorated urban areas.
Architectural Innovation: The introduction of new ideas, methods, or designs in architecture.