Arne Jacobsen Quotes

A collection of quotes by Arne Jacobsen.

Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) was a Danish architect and designer renowned for his modernist contributions to architecture and furniture design. His innovative projects, such as the SAS Royal Hotel and St. Catherine's College, Oxford, showcased his functionalist approach and timeless aesthetic. Jacobsen's iconic furniture designs, including the Egg chair and Swan chair, solidified his reputation as a pioneer of Danish modernism. His work continues to have a profound impact on contemporary design and architecture.

In addressing a task, one almost always has several possible

In addressing a task, one almost always has several possible options, sometimes only a few, and they may all be practical and functional. But they lack the aesthetic aspect that raises it to architecture.

If a building becomes architecture, then it is art.

If a building becomes architecture, then it is art.

And when an architect has designed a house with large window

And when an architect has designed a house with large windows, which is a necessity today in order to pull the daylight into these very deep houses, then curtains come to play a big role in architecture.

When I travel, I draw and paint sketches which is great fun.

When I travel, I draw and paint sketches which is great fun. And as long as you are fully aware that it has nothing to do with actual art, I think that's all right.

Proportions are what makes the old Greek temples classic in

Proportions are what makes the old Greek temples classic in their beauty. They are like huge blocks, from which the air has been literally hewn out between the columns.

But inspiration? - That's when you come home from abroad and

But inspiration? - That's when you come home from abroad and are asked: Well, have you found inspiration? - and fortunately you haven't. But the impressions sink in, of course, and may emerge later: None of us has invented the house that was done many thousands of years ago.

The primary factor is proportions.

The primary factor is proportions.

I don't see that any buildings should be excluded from the t

I don't see that any buildings should be excluded from the term architecture, as long as they are done properly.

Architecture tends to consume everything else, it has become

Architecture tends to consume everything else, it has become one's entire life.

You will soon find that I am a bit obsessive about my work.

You will soon find that I am a bit obsessive about my work. And that is a little sad, one often feels strangely restricted, not finding time to simmer, although one actually has many interests.

If architecture had nothing to do with art, it would be asto

If architecture had nothing to do with art, it would be astonishingly easy to build houses, but the architect's task - his most difficult task - is always that of selecting.