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World Service,02 Jun 2006,26 mins

Architecture Special: Religious Buildings And Small Spaces

Culture Shock

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New religious buildings are springing up in cities all round the world. The architect Mario Botta has recently designed 12 remarkable churches and a synagogue. Is he surprised at the renewed interest in spiritual building? Also on the programme: The architect behind the 'backpack house' - with a spare room 'hung' on the back to maximise space in small areas - explains his concept.

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