Madeline Gins
Poet and architect of 'The House of Myths'
Born
November 7th, 1941
84 years ago
Died
2014
11 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American poet and architect, contributed to the intersection of architecture and literature. Co-created 'The House of Myths', a significant architectural project that emerged from explorations of space and its potential for myth-making. Engaged in various artistic endeavors, blending poetic expressions with architectural visions. Published works include poetry collections, essays, and theoretical writings, which explored concepts of identity, space, and relationships. Collaborated with various artists and thinkers, significantly impacting contemporary poetry and conceptual architecture.
Co-created 'The House of Myths'
Published poetry collections such as 'Word Rain'
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