Quote by Tadao Ando

Italy is full of historical buildings. And Europe holds a great history of philosophy from Greece until today. I read all those books and see these buildings, and I think of where I stand when I design my architecture.

Italy is full of historical buildings. And Europe holds a gr

Summary

This quote highlights the influence of history and philosophy on the architectural designs of the speaker. By referencing the abundance of historical buildings in Italy and the rich philosophical history of Europe, it implies that these elements serve as a source of inspiration and reflection. The act of reading books and witnessing these structures prompts the speaker to contemplate their place in the architectural world and how they can draw upon the past to create innovative and meaningful designs in the present.

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Architecture

By Tadao Ando

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