junctionist
Senior Member
Who wrote the rule that an original design intent could not be revisited in time? Buildings can evolve and change just as houses or people do...I do not think there is necessarily any merit in simply re cladding in a similar material, ie granite or some other marble.
I think what you're missing is the respect people have for Edward Durell Stone and his unique approach to the International Style of using stone. It's an interesting feature of our architectural history that the tallest skyscraper received lavish marble which remained relevant with the likes of Scotia Plaza which many appreciate.