Luis Barragan Quotes

A collection of quotes by Luis Barragan.

Luis Barragan (1902-1988) was a renowned Mexican architect and landscape designer. He is considered one of the most influential figures in 20th-century architecture and a leading exponent of modernist design in Mexico. Barragan's work was characterized by his use of vibrant colors, clean lines, and integration of natural elements. His notable projects include the iconic Casa Barragan and the San Cristobal Stables. Barragan received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 1980, solidifying his status as a visionary architect. His work continues to inspire and influence architects and designers worldwide.

My house is my refuge, an emotional piece of architecture, n

My house is my refuge, an emotional piece of architecture, not a cold piece of convenience.

I believe that architects should design gardens to be used,

I believe that architects should design gardens to be used, as much as the houses they build, to develop a sense of beauty and the taste and inclination toward the fine arts and other spiritual values.

Art Design Beauty Buildup

Beauty, Inspiration, Magic, Spellbound, Enchantment, as well

Beauty, Inspiration, Magic, Spellbound, Enchantment, as well as the concepts of Serenity, Silence, Intimacy and Amazement. They have never ceased to be my guiding lights.

Beauty Silence Light Inspiration Magic

A garden must combine the poetic and he mysterious with a fe

A garden must combine the poetic and he mysterious with a feeling of serenity and joy.

Beauty is the oracle that speaks to us all.

Beauty is the oracle that speaks to us all.

Life deprived of beauty is not worthy of being called human.

Life deprived of beauty is not worthy of being called human.

Architecture is a art when one consciously or unconsciously

Architecture is a art when one consciously or unconsciously creates aesthetic emotion in the atmosphere and when this environment produces well being.

I don't divide architecture, landscape and gardening to me t

I don't divide architecture, landscape and gardening to me they are one.