Quote by Mies Van der Rohe

Architecture is the will of an epoch translated into space.

Architecture is the will of an epoch translated into space.

Summary

This quote suggests that architecture is more than just creating physical structures; it is the embodiment of the desires, aspirations, and values of a specific time period. It implies that architecture reflects the spirit and mindset of a particular era, serving as a visual representation of its collective ideals and ambitions. Architecture becomes a medium through which a society or epoch expresses its ambitions, beliefs, and cultural identity, giving physical form to their ideas and shaping the spaces in which people live and interact.

Topics

Design

By Mies Van der Rohe

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