Quote by 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?

It's my goal to make a building as immaterial as possible. A

Summary

This quote exemplifies the idea of minimalism in architecture. The speaker emphasizes their objective to create buildings with a reduced material presence, aiming to eliminate unnecessary components while maintaining the intended functionality. By focusing on efficiency and resource conservation, they challenge the conventional perception of architecture as a resource-intensive field. This approach aligns with the notion of sustainability, promoting the use of fewer resources without compromising the desired outcome of the building's design and purpose.

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