Form follows profit is the aesthetic principle of our times.
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Architecture is about public space held by buildings.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Architecture shapes how we experience and interact with spaces in our communities.
This quote emphasizes the role of architecture in creating public spaces that are influenced and defined by the buildings that surround them. Richard Rogers highlights the importance of design in facilitating social interactions and the communal experience, suggesting that architecture is not just about aesthetics but about fostering public life.
Themes
ArchitecturePublic SpaceBuildingsDesignCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
During a city planning meeting, to emphasize the importance of thoughtful design in community spaces.
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