http://architypereview.com/17-train-stations/iconic_projects

What makes something iconic?
When it comes to political buildings, they all want to be iconic/ imposing.
They want to create an artificial brilliance, a flair and zing. They want to humble you and be awe struck in their might and achievement ...
Oh sorry, i was talking about governments, not buildings.

The point is, architecture seems to be used as propaganda. The nazi regime redeveloped an entire strip and filled it with imposing neo-classicial architectural examples, doric columns and giant over scaled stone facades - All to show the power and might of its regime.

The Soviets themselves have developed a number of administrative buildings that take centre stage in city plans. Avenues are broadened to create vistas and sweeping views of a grand building, giving the impression that they watch over all. Likely to deter any form of uprising against the regime which unfortunately for them, didn't turn out so successful.
A bit like Lord of the Rings? The watchful tower that can see everything. You live in fear of secrets being outed.

The point is, with development of political agendas and vehicles of information, how relevant will parliament buildings be in the future?
What if another type of building or infrastructure was representative of the parliament institution?