Like a concrete aircraft carrier: was LA’s giant new $724m gallery really worth all the carbon emissions?

The new David Geffen Galleries at Lacma, designed by Peter Zumthor, represents a monumental architectural achievement with a $724 million price tag and significant environmental concerns, using twice as much metal as the Eiffel Tower. This ambitious project, built on challenging terrain, aims to transform the cultural landscape of Los Angeles but raises questions about its carbon footprint and sustainability.

Source: Guardian Culture