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Arthur Erickson Quotes

Arthur Erickson quotes about architecture

Canadian Architect June 14, 1924

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Space has always been the spiritual dimension of architecture. It is not the physical statement of the structure so much as what it contains that moves us. Arthur Erickson
Today's developer is a poor substitute for the committed entrepreneur of the last century for whom the work of architecture represented a chance to celebrate the worth of his enterprise. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "Rationalism is the enemy of art, though necessary as a basis..."
Rationalism is the enemy of art, though necessary as a basis for architecture. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "The details are the very source of expression in architecture...."
The details are the very source of expression in architecture. But we are caught in a vice between art and the bottom line. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "Vitality is radiated from exceptional art and architecture."
Vitality is radiated from exceptional art and architecture. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "The new architecture of transparency and lightness comes from..."
The new architecture of transparency and lightness comes from Japan and Europe. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "Architecture doesn't come from theory. You don't think your..."
Architecture doesn't come from theory. You don't think your way through a building. Arthur Erickson
We are stymied by regulations, limited choice and the threat of litigation. Neither consultants nor industry itself provide research which takes architecture forward. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "Profit and bottom line, the contemporary mantra, eliminates..."
Profit and bottom line, the contemporary mantra, eliminates the very source of architectural expression. Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "Does an architecture to assuage the spirit have a place?"
Does an architecture to assuage the spirit have a place? Arthur Erickson
Arthur Erickson quote: "The way of architecture is the quiet voice that underlies it..."
The way of architecture is the quiet voice that underlies it and has guided it from the beginning. Arthur Erickson

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