“The pursuit of beauty. The word is hard to articulate. As soon as you open your moth, it flies off, like a bird of paradise. Beauty can not be caught, but we are obliged to reach for it. Beauty is not neutral; pursuing it is a political act. Building is a grand act, a gesture toward peace, the opposite of destruction.”
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Atlantis: A Journey in Search of Beauty
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Renzo Piano
Renzo Piano, an Italian architect born on September 14, 1937, is known for his minimalist and modern design style, as well as his commitment to environmental sustainability. He is one of the most influential architects of our time, with his works spread across the globe, including the iconic Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Freedom Tower in the rebuilding of the World Trade Center in New York, and the Shard in London. more
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