Quote by Arthur Erickson

Today's developer is a poor substitute for the committed entrepreneur of the last century for whom the work of architecture represented a chance to celebrate the worth of his enterprise.

Today's developer is a poor substitute for the committed ent

Summary

This quote highlights the difference between developers of today and the entrepreneurs of the past. It suggests that modern developers lack the same level of passion and dedication as their predecessors when it comes to architecture. In the past, entrepreneurs saw their architectural projects as opportunities to showcase the value and importance of their businesses. The quote implies that the current generation of developers is viewed as unable to match the commitment and zeal of the entrepreneurs from the previous century.

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Architecture

By Arthur Erickson

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