- reinforce
-challenge
Slim
Issues relating to power:
-public versus private
-state versus individual
-political use of architecture
-monopolistic qualities/megalomania/ambitious
Slim has been criticized with engaging in monopolistic practices, taking over vital industries in Mexico, and with that, eliminated competition and as a result, hindered development.
Thus, a suitable architectural space would be one that reads as an expression of ruling power, where architecture is seen as a medium of private indulgence, as a symbol of one's longevity and place in history.
Tata
Issues relating to power:
-modest, community oriented, extremely reclusive
-introspective/nationalistic versus global (community)
-individualistic versus community-based
Tata appears to assume a more community-orientated role when excersing his power and influence. Though he makes strategic acquisitions, that do not cry monopolistic, rather, nationalist in perspective.
Perhaps his office space can explore the question: "can architecture become a true cultural force capable of breaking through the status quo" and in Rata's case, push India's industries into the global markets.
Power is in the details: to assume power, one has to accessories, a chair, setting, slogan etc. So perhaps being powerful also denotes a certain feeling of insecurity.
'Design of power and power of design.'
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