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Beyond the novel form and donut
silhouette, the communal plaza is the design's greatest asset,
a communal space with the potential for some dramatic picnics.
Early images show an unfortunately barren surface, broken
by the occasional sunken pit for relief from the wind. Tall
glass barriers at the edge are provided for safety, but hopefully
over time the residents will transform the plaza into a functional
environment for communal activities. This reciprocal relationship
(creating something for both the city and the residents) raises
the design over the norm. It should be interesting to see
what the Mirador spawns in the future as more housing is built
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