The architect, Peter Arens who is the monstrous carbuncle architect, not merely did his design which had won a public competition never get built but his practice suffered financially for some years.

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This quote implies that the architect Peter Arens, who was known for his controversial and unappealing designs, not only failed to see his winning design from a public competition come to fruition but also suffered financially as a result. It suggests that his unconventional style and lack of commercial success impacted his professional practice negatively for a considerable period of time. The term "monstrous carbuncle architect" further emphasizes the negative perception of his work and its detrimental effects on his career.

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