Quote by Michael Graves

I don't believe in morality in architecture.

I don't believe in morality in architecture.

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This quote suggests that the speaker does not adhere to the notion that architecture should be guided by moral considerations. Rather, they may prioritize other aspects such as functionality, aesthetics, or personal expression. They dismiss the idea that architecture has a responsibility to serve a moral or ethical purpose and potentially view it as a more subjective or individualistic pursuit.

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