While scandal doesn't hit architects quite as often as politicians, the architecture profession is not immune from controversy, fraud, and even cold-blooded murder.
In fact, one of the biggest scandals of the 20th century revolved around architect Stanford White, partner in the legendary firm McKim, Mead & White, which was responsible for some of New York's famous Beaux Arts buildings.
Dorm life isn't always luxe, but a proposed residence hall at the University of California at Santa Barbara drew fire for its lack of a essential amenity: natural light.
The design sparked backlash from students and architectural critics alike, and prompted architect Dennis McFadden to resign from UCSB's design review committee.
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