"The Mediterranean architecture is too rich and color-crazed for our northern sky."
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About Addison Mizner
Addison Mizner (1872-1933) was an American architect and resort developer known for his role in defining the Palm Beach, Florida, architectural style. He was born in Benicia, California, and later moved to New York to work in a few failed business ventures before turning to architecture. Mizner's eclectic style combined Mediterranean, Spanish, and Moorish influences, resulting in luxurious and whimsical designs that became popular among the wealthy elite of the time.
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