This building was designed by modernist architect Pei in 1961. Anasazi cliff dwellings inspired the architecture. The award-winning building was

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This building was designed by modernist architect Pei in 1961. Anasazi cliff dwellings inspired the architecture. The award-winning building was completed in 1966 and dedicated in 1967. The research laboratory's structure is made of concrete.

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Location: National Center for Atmospheric Research, Mesa Lab, Boulder, CO
Photo credit: © Ron's Boulder and Colorado Collection / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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