The mother art is architecture. Without an architecture of our own, we have no soul of our own civilization.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Architecture defines a civilization's soul; without it, culture lacks identity.
- In plain terms
- Architecture gives a culture its soul.
- What can you take from it?
- Invest in architecture to preserve cultural identity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does architecture shape identity?
- What does your city say about you?
Another view
Other arts also contribute to cultural soul.
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