"In an organic environment, every place is unique, and the different places also cooperate, with no parts left over, to create a global whole - a whole which can be identified by everyone who is part of it"
- Christopher Alexander
About this Quote
This quote by Christopher Alexander speaks with the interconnectedness of the natural world. He suggests that each location in the natural environment is unique, yet all of these locations collaborate to develop an international whole. This global whole is something that can be identified by everyone who becomes part of it. This speaks with the concept that we are all linked, which our private actions have an impact on the whole. Alexander's quote emphasizes the significance of understanding our place on the planet and how our actions can impact the environment. It also talks to the idea that we need to strive to create a harmonious balance in between the different parts of the environment, so that the global whole can be maintained.
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