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Helmut Jahn quotes

Deutsch Architect January 4, 1940

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I think the younger generation, the people poised to dominate the workforce, are more socially conscious. They are more demanding in terms of environment and how that environment contributes to their life. Helmut Jahn
You don't know what the Chinese expect in the way of beauty. The presentation is just a farce. You come into a room filled with 50 people and they don't talk to you. There's very little interaction. Helmut Jahn
Most architects say: I want to use this type of glass, even if it's too reflective or doesn't let enough light in. However, the use of a certain type of glass might change the comfort level. Helmut Jahn
Helmut Jahn quote: "The American attitude towards efficiency and execution should..."
The American attitude towards efficiency and execution should always underlie architecture. Helmut Jahn
A good engineer thinks in reverse and asks himself about the stylistic consequences of the components and systems he proposes. Helmut Jahn
A building is hard to judge. It takes many years to find out whether it works. It's not as simple as asking the people in the office whether they like it. Helmut Jahn
German and English firms operate internationally, while French firms do not. The only place where they all have work is in China. Anybody can sell himself in China! Helmut Jahn
We prefer synthetic rather than natural materials. Natural products are almost too valuable. Wood is much harder to produce than metal. And metal is recyclable, while wood isn't. Helmut Jahn
Critics are entitled to have an opinion, but how can they judge how comfortable a building is? No critic is smart enough to judge how a building will perform over time. Helmut Jahn
Helmut Jahn quote: "When I think of some of my earlier work, it really seems a..."
When I think of some of my earlier work, it really seems a fortunate coincidence that I succeeded. Helmut Jahn
I wanted to improve the suburban office building; to create a great urban space in a suburban environment with all that implies about interaction, collaboration and creativity. Helmut Jahn
Helmut Jahn quote: "We want our buildings to work like a machine that will create..."
We want our buildings to work like a machine that will create a pleasurable environment. Helmut Jahn
Helmut Jahn quote: "In Europe, architects consider themselves artists. They think..."
In Europe, architects consider themselves artists. They think they're special when they win a competition. Helmut Jahn
It's my goal to make a building as immaterial as possible. Architecture is a very material thing. It takes a lot of resources, so why not eliminate what you don't need as long as you're able to achieve the same result? Helmut Jahn
The architecture profession has lost a lot of its integrity, especially in the USA. The general architect here has no scruples, no ambitions. Helmut Jahn

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