Quote by Ben Nicholson

You can just drift unhappily towards this vision of heaven on earth, and ultimately that is what architecture is a vision of: Heaven on earth, at it's best.

You can just drift unhappily towards this vision of heaven o

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This quote suggests that architecture is the manifestation of a vision for an ideal earthly existence, akin to a heavenly experience. It implies that architecture has the power to bring happiness and fulfillment by creating spaces that inspire and uplift the human spirit. By employing design principles that aim for perfection, architecture can serve as a conduit to create a utopian environment where individuals can experience a sense of peace, harmony, and joy. It highlights the transformative potential of architecture when it realizes its best expression.

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