Television is bubble-gum for the mind.
Frank Lloyd WrightRead
The physician can bury his mistakes, but the architect can only advise his client to plant vines - so they should go as far as possible from home to build their first buildings.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Architects must acknowledge their mistakes publicly, unlike physicians who can hide theirs. This suggests that architects should gain experience away from home.
This quote by Frank Lloyd Wright emphasizes the accountability that architects face compared to other professionals, such as physicians, who can conceal their errors. It also suggests that aspiring architects should seek opportunities to learn and grow in diverse environments, away from their familiar surroundings, allowing them to experiment and refine their skills before undertaking significant projects closer to home.
Themes
ArchitectureMistakesExperienceLearningAccountability
In practice
Example use cases
During an architecture workshop, this quote can be used to inspire students to learn from their failures.
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