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“I think, you know, architecture should not just be something that follows up on events but be a leader of events ... by implementing an architectural action, you actually are making a transformation in the social fabric and in the political fabric. Architecture becomes an instigator.”

Quote by Lebbeus Woods

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Lebbeus Woods (May 31, 1940 - October 30, 2012) was an American architect known for his profound reflections on architecture in relation to war, disaster, and human plight. His work often delves into the relationship between architecture and human experience, as well as the role of architecture in shaping society and culture. more

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