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Soleri

American  
[soh-lair-ee] / soʊˈlɛər i /

noun

  1. Paolo 1919–2013, U.S. architect, born in Italy.


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In his more imaginative work, he drew from sources as varied as automotive designs and the “arcologies” of the visionary architect Paolo Soleri.

From Slate

Even though other architects and countries have surpassed Soleri's goals – especially in Asia and the Middle East – his notions about local food sourcing, solar energy, eco-friendly living and walkable neighborhoods are now part of mainstream urban design.

From Fox News

In early 2013, not long before Soleri's death, a writer from Vice stayed at what the outlet dubbed the "futuristic hippie commune."

From Fox News

The Italian architect who originally envisioned the city, Paolo Soleri, called his ideas "urban implosion" because he wanted to reduce the suburban sprawl that is a feature of many American cities.

From Fox News

In it, the ruling family of the Soleri Empire hasn’t been seen for centuries, but they rule the four kingdoms with a tight grip.

From The Verge