Quote by Minoru Yamasaki

So what we have tried to do in our later buildings is to try to be completely consistent, as a painter is consistent or as a sculptor is consistent. Architecture also must be very consistent.

So what we have tried to do in our later buildings is to try

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This quote highlights the importance of consistency in architecture. The speaker compares the consistency of a painter or sculptor's work to that of an architect's creations. To achieve excellence in architecture, the emphasis is on maintaining a coherent and harmonious design throughout the building. Consistency ensures that all elements, from the structure to the aesthetic details, work together seamlessly. It supports a sense of unity and enhances the overall impact and functionality of the architectural creation.

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