This week, the American Institute of Architects will honor a surprising structure. Named for the power of light, Lumenhaus beat more than 500 other entries from professional architects nationwide. It was designed and built by students and faculty at Virginia Tech, and has since been displayed in Blacksburg, Chicago, New York and Madrid. Sandy Hausman took a tour and filed this report.
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