The space within becomes the reality of the building.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The interior experience defines a building's true purpose.
- In plain terms
- What happens inside a building matters more than the outside.
- What can you take from it?
- Design should prioritize how spaces feel to occupants.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What matters more in design, inside or outside?
- How do you experience spaces?
Another view
External aesthetics also contribute to architectural value.
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