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The world's first exhibition of edible architecture opened yesterday at The Proud Archivist galleries in London. Highlights of the "Pastry Paradise" exhibit include the Trifle Tower, the London Pie, and the Battenberg Gate. The exhibition will culminate in the consumption of the artworks on display by the viewing public after the exhibit closes on Friday, Dec. 12.
Gameloft/REX via AP Images The world's first exhibition of edible architecture opened yesterday at The Proud Archivist galleries in London. Highlights of the "Pastry Paradise" exhibit include the Trifle Tower, the London Pie, and the Battenberg Gate. The exhibition will culminate in the consumption of the artworks on display by the viewing public after the exhibit closes on Friday, Dec. 12.

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New Orleans architect August Perez III died at 81. Perez is known for projects like the 1984 world's fair, the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Harrah's Casino, One Canal Place, and Zephyr Stadium. [The Times-Picayune]

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Dutch firm the Office for Metropolitan Architecture appointed David Gianotten to serve as managing partner-architect.

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Washington, D.C.–based design firm Page acquired San Francisco planning firm BMS Design Group.

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The AIA's COTE Top Ten and Top Ten + Awards recognize innovative projects that incorporate sustainable design strategies, while educating the profession and the public about the increased value of buildings that protect the environment. Submissions are due Jan. 26.

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