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The Shine Dome (Becker House) Canberra is a famous landmark, in Canberra. It is attracts people from different parts of the world primarily because of its unusual structure. It was planned by architect Sir Roy Grounds, from the architectural firm Grounds, Romberg and Boyd. Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra reflects some of the radical architectural ideas of that time and continues to be one of the most unusual buildings in Australia. Canberrans often refer to it as the 'Martian Embassy'.

History of Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra

According to many Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra drew its architectural inspiration from an early model Holden motor car. At the time of construction, the Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra was bigger than any other dome built in Australia. On 1 December 1956 the building design committee met in Adelaide to examine plans which had been submitted by six architects. In accordance with the plan 45 ton concrete dome was constructed, which had to be backed up by 16 thin supports. The Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra was finally completed in 1959. There are two floors inside, which seating arrangement for 156 people. The building was called Becker House in 1962. In 2000, John Shine, a fellow of the Academy, gifted one million dollars to refurbish the dome. Consequently, Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra was renamed in his respect. For many years the Shine Dome (Becker House), Canberra remained a symbol of the national capital and was visible in news backdrops, on posters and even as a souvenir fridge magnet.

New sophisticated architectural wonders such as the Telstra Tower and New Parliament House may have overshadowed the Shine Dome (Becker House) Canberra But still Shine Dome (Becker House); Canberra continues to be favorite tourist attraction for visitors to Canberra.

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