We should attempt to bring nature, houses, and human beings together in a higher unity.
Ludwig Mies Van Der RoheRead
The long path from material through function to creative work has only one goal: to create order out of the desperate confusion of our time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the journey of transforming raw material into meaningful creative expression amidst chaos.
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe highlights the creative process as a progression from the raw material through its functionality to the final artistic work. This journey is aimed at establishing order and clarity in a world that often feels disordered and chaotic, reflecting the essential role of creativity in making sense of our surroundings.
Themes
CreativityChaosOrderArtistic ExpressionDesign
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at an art exhibition discussing the importance of creativity in addressing societal issues.
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