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B. Tattersfield: Richard Rogers Profile Famous for its "inside-out" approach to its interior workings such as elevators, duct-work and pipes, the Pompidou Centre's design was created by Great Britain's Richard Rogers. In 1971, then-French President Georges Pompidou sought to establish a cultural center where all the arts could be appreciated. An international architectural design competition was held. Rogers, and his design firm, Rogers & Piano, submitted the winning entry for the arts center. Their design features a unique interior where most of the "inner works" of the building are revealed, as visitors stroll through glass passageways and galleries. This unusual juxtaposition provides a relaxed and "open" atmosphere for the building. Also known as the Beaubourg, it has become one of the main tourist attractions in Paris. Richard Rogers was born in Florence, Italy in 1933. He received his architectual design education at the Architectural Association and Yale University. Rogers has worked with other important British architects -- notably Norman Foster. Among his major works is the headquarters of Lloyd's of London which was completed in 1986. This artwork originally appeared on the Fleetwood® First Day Cover for the Great Britain 22p Architecture stamp issued May 12, 1987. Artwork Copyright © 1987 Unicover Corporation. All Rights Reserved under United States and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, or otherwise exploit the Artwork in any way. Images of the Artwork may be watermarked and/or digitally watermarked. Any sale of the physical original does not include or convey the Copyright or any right comprised in the copyright.
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