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| the principle or practice of preserving the fronts of buildings that have elegant architectural designs; the construction of a modern building behind its old or original front. |
fa·çad·ism also fa·cad·ism  (fə-sä'dĭz'əm) n. The practice of preserving the fronts of notable old buildings while demolishing the backs, often constructing modern interiors behind the old façades. |