Quote by Ben Nicholson

If you're into architecture and you're from the West, everything is hors d'oeuvres for working to rebuild the Temple. Ultimately you're led there. You can't escape it.

If you're into architecture and you're from the West, everyt

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This quote emphasizes the profound impact architecture has on individuals who are deeply passionate about it, particularly from a Western perspective. It suggests that for these individuals, any architectural experience becomes a stepping stone towards their ultimate goal of rebuilding the Temple, which serves as a metaphor for achieving greatness in their field. The quote suggests a natural inclination and undeniable pull towards this ambition, indicating that once someone is captivated by architecture, they cannot help but be compelled towards this larger objective.

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