I like everything that has no style: dictionaries, photographs, nature, myself and my paintings. (Because style is violent, and I am not violent.)
Gerhard RichterRead
Architecture is a art when one consciously or unconsciously creates aesthetic emotion in the atmosphere and when this environment produces well being.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Architecture blends functionality with emotional expression to enhance well-being.
This quote emphasizes that architecture goes beyond mere construction; it is an art form that elicits emotional responses from individuals. When architects design environments, whether explicitly intended or not, they shape experiences that can foster a sense of well-being and aesthetic appreciation in their users.
Themes
ArchitectureArtEmotionWell-BeingEnvironment
In practice
Example use cases
During a presentation about urban design, this quote could highlight the emotional impact of built spaces.
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