I think architecture becomes interesting when it has a double character, that is, when it is as simple as possible but, at the same time as complex as possible
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All architecture has a public nature, I believe, so I would like to make a public space.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Architecture is inherently communal, and I aim to create spaces that serve the public.
In this quote, Tadao Ando expresses his belief that architecture is not just a solitary practice, but one that interacts with and affects the public. He emphasizes the importance of designing spaces that enable community engagement and foster social interaction, highlighting the role of architecture in shaping the environments we inhabit together.
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ArchitecturePublic SpaceCommunityDesignEnvironment
In practice
Example use cases
In a public speech about urban development, one might say, 'As Tadao Ando stated, all architecture has a public nature; we must prioritize creating spaces for our community.'
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I believe that architecture is fundamentally a public space where people can gather and communicate, think about the history, think about the lives of human beings, or the world.
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When you look at Japanese traditional architecture, you have to look at Japanese culture and its relationship with nature. You can actually live in a harmonious, close contact with nature - this very unique to Japan.
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