The work of architect Jean Nouvel

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The roof of Jean Nouvel's 2000 Lucerne Cultural and Conference Center extends to the lake of the Swiss city, reflecting the movement of light on the water.

Cultural and Conference Center in Lucerne, Switzerland.

( Philippe Ruault )

The roof of Jean Nouvel's 2000 Lucerne Cultural and Conference Center extends to the lake of the Swiss city, reflecting the movement of light on the water.

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