Adrian Phiffer: loosening authorship
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10/2/2026

Adrian Phiffer: loosening authorship

From the Water Kiosk to physical models, the Toronto architect reflects on a practice shaped by weak forms, collective processes and room for uncertainty

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Matthew Leander Kalil
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