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If architecture had nothing to do with art, it would be astonishingly easy to build houses, but the architects task - hi
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"If architecture had nothing to do with art, it would be astonishingly easy to build houses, but the architect's task - his most difficult task - is always that of selecting"

- Arne Jacobsen

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This quote by Arne Jacobsen speaks with the trouble of architecture as an art kind. Building a house is a reasonably uncomplicated job, but the architect's job is to make it more than just a functional structure. The architect needs to choose the ideal products, style the design, and produce an area that is aesthetically pleasing. This is no easy accomplishment, as the designer should think about the requirements of the client, the environment, and the total visual of the building. The architect needs to likewise consider the impact of the building on the surrounding area, and how it will fit into the existing landscape. The designer's job is to produce something that is both practical and stunning, and this is no simple task. It requires a lot of ability, creativity, and understanding of the craft.

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Arne Jacobsen This quote is written / told by Arne Jacobsen between February 11, 1902 and March 24, 1971. He was a famous Architect from Denmark. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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