In this week's comments update readers are debating Herzog & de Meuron's Tour Triangle, which is set to be built in Paris, and discussing other top stories.
The Tour Triangle skyscraper is finally set to begin construction in Paris after 15 years in the making, amid a last-ditch attempt to stop it by the building's critics.
Initial building works on the 180-metre building are now expected to start by the end of the year and complete in 2026 ? 12 years later than initially planned.
"To me, it has no meaning other than a Dorito"
Readers are not convinced by the building, which would be the largest skyscraper to appear on central Paris' skyline since 1973.
"Let's hope Parisians will wake up screaming as Londoners did with the Tulip nightmare after it was given a go," said Marius. "This site is right next to the Peripherique in an industrial park with a cheesy mini-Epcot center style theatre to boot," commented Archibro. "It's the perfect site for a glass Toblerone piece of Swissness."
Alex is not impressed: "As a Parisian, what do triangles have to do with Paris" To me, it has no meaning other than a Dorito."
Is the Tour Triangle a good or bad addition to the Paris skyline" Join the discussion ?
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