Parliament House, Canberra: A Building for the NationHaig Beck The Parliament House, Canberra, was opened in 1988 - the bi-centenary of the European settlement in Australia. Designed by the renowned Italian/American architect, Romaldo Giurgola, Australia's parliamentary house is proving to be one of the most significant architectural monuments of the 20th century. Detailed and informative captions tell the story, and short discursive essays address the all-important cultural issues presented by this magnificent building. |
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Foreword | 11 |
The Architecture of Parliament House | 20 |
The Members Hall | 45 |
Copyright | |
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