Meaning of Bilbao effect | Babel Free

Definitions

The potential of iconic architecture (starchitecture) to act as a catalyst for the economic revitalization of a city of region.

Examples

“Abu Dhabi's leader talk of using the museum to ‘brand’ the city, of duplicating the ‘Bilbao Effect’.”

“Does the Guggenheim actually encourage creativity in the city, as advertised, or is it a Disneylandish castle on the hill with a fancy name and an expensive entrance fee for tourists and the well-heeled? Is the Bilbao effect to spread culture, or just to spread money?”

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