The first principle of architectural beauty is that the essential lines of a construction be determined by a perfect appropriateness to its use.
Interpretation
Architectural beauty should reflect the purpose of the structure.
Gustave Eiffel emphasizes that the beauty of architecture is inherently linked to its functionality. The design should not only be aesthetically pleasing but must also serve its intended purpose effectively, with every line and form chosen to enhance its usability. This principle underlines the importance of harmony between form and function in creating structures that are both beautiful and practical.
In practice
Using this quote in a presentation about architectural design principles.
Ah, bien je prétends que les courbes des quatre areêtes du monument, telles que le calcul les a fournies, donneront une grand impression de force et de beauté._x000D_ _x000D_ Well, I think the curves of the four pillars of the monument, as the calculations have provided them, give it a great sense of force and beauty.
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