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A great architect is not made by way of a brain nearly so much as he is made by way of a cultivated, enriched heart
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"A great architect is not made by way of a brain nearly so much as he is made by way of a cultivated, enriched heart"

- Frank Lloyd Wright

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This quote by Frank Lloyd Wright speaks to the value of having a heart that is cultivated and enriched in order to become a terrific architect. Wright is suggesting that it is not just an individual's intelligence that makes them a terrific architect, however rather their psychological intelligence and capability for empathy. He is highlighting the value of having a heart that is open to comprehending the requirements of others and the environment, and that has the ability to create styles that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical. Wright is suggesting that a fantastic architect is not just somebody who can think rationally and resolve issues, but somebody who can also think artistically and empathize with individuals who will be utilizing the area. A terrific architect is someone who can create something that is both stunning and practical, and that is only possible when their heart is cultivated and enriched.

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Frank Lloyd Wright This quote is written / told by Frank Lloyd Wright between June 8, 1867 and April 9, 1959. He was a famous Architect from USA. The author also have 53 other quotes.

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