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Santiago Calatrava is a renowned Spanish architect known for his work with steel and glass structures. Born on July 28, 1951, he has designed a series of iconic works that combine functionality and beauty. Some of his most notable projects include the Alamillo Bridge in Seville and the Gran Teatro del Liceo in Barcelona.

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“It's very atmospheric. It's not a building that is a severe statement in the skyline. We need the height; otherwise, the building almost disappears because it is so slender.”

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“The architect is very interesting because the architect is the commander, meaning the one who commands all the workers. The architect is also the music director and composer. He cannot play each instrument, but he needs to understand and embody the sense of each part.”

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“What each school offers is something unique. But, there are two types of activity an architect must be educated on. First, the architect needs concentrated activities to learn the guidelines, and that is what school is for. But, second, is the public aspect of education. The architect needs to see architecture in the streets to learn.”

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“The architect needs to learn to see, and to open his eyes because there is always a lesson to learn from the streets.”

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“I love the construction process and it is always important because we try to experiment and do something new, so the builders are not copying any technique from other projects. Everything is innovative and so I need to be there and be attentive to make sure everything is running smoothly.”

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“The way is not always easy, but in order to bring a work through to completion, you will need a strong character, a broad foundation of knowledge and an enormous force of persuasion.”

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Author:Santiago Calatrava

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Born: July 28, 1951
Known for: Architect
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