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César Pelli was an Argentine-American architect best known for skyscrapers, including Malaysia's Petronas Towers, the world's tallest buildings in 1998.
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Which buildings made Cesar Pelli internationally famous?
Cesar Pelli is best known for skyscrapers, especially the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur. The Petronas Towers were the world's tallest buildings in 1998.
Where are the Petronas Towers and why do they matter?
The Petronas Towers are in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Designed by Cesar Pelli, they became a global landmark when they held the world's tallest building title in 1998.
Was Cesar Pelli Argentine or American?
Pelli was Argentine-American: he was born in Argentina and built much of his architectural career in the United States. His practice became especially associated with corporate towers and civic landmarks.
What kind of architecture is Pelli known for?
Pelli is known for elegant high-rise and institutional architecture rather than small residential work. His best-known example remains the Petronas Towers, a paired skyscraper project completed in Malaysia.
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