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Award-Winning Salford University Building Faces Demolition Controversy

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Award-Winning Salford University Building Faces Demolition Controversy
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  • Salford Uni's Centenary Building faces demolition after 8 years vacant.
  • Building won RIBA Stirling Prize in 1996 for architecture.
    • Stephen Hodder urges reconsideration, citing sustainability.
    • University's redevelopment plans led to demolition decision.
    • Twentieth Century Society seeks building's protected status.
    • Praised design faced practical issues, complicating reuse.
    • Critics say demolition undermines sustainability efforts.
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