Quote by Frank Gehry

Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness.

Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn f

Summary

This quote suggests that architecture should embody the characteristics and ethos of the era and location it is built in, reflecting the culture, technology, and style of the time. However, it should also strive to transcend temporal constraints and possess a quality of timelessness. It implies that great architecture should not only be a response to its immediate context, but also aspire to be enduring, relevant, and appreciated by future generations.

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Architecture

By Frank Gehry

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