Quote by Arthur Erickson
After 1980, you never heard reference to space again. Surface, the most convincing evidence of the descent into materialism, became the focus of design. Space disappeared.
Summary
This quote highlights a shift in design trends that occurred after 1980. It suggests that references to space, which likely refer to the concept of open and expansive spatial design, diminished in significance. Instead, the focus shifted towards the surface or the visual appearance of objects, indicating a growing emphasis on materialism. The quote implies that the potential to create spatial experiences and design strategies oriented towards openness and depth were undermined, and a more superficial perspective took hold.
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Design
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