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“Maybe we can show government how to operate better as a result of better architecture.”

Quote by Frank Lloyd Wright

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Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright, born on June 8, 1867, and died on April 9, 1959, was a renowned American architect, often hailed as the father of modern architecture. Known for his unique architectural style and design philosophy, Wright emphasized the harmony between nature and architecture, which had a profound impact on the architectural world. more

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“The longer I lived, the more beautiful life became - despite my personal tragedies, the fire, despite my third wife and her dreadful taste. My dear Olgivanna, she insisted on replacing the lovely canvas and wooden trusses at Taliesin West with steel supports and pink frosted glass. Well, I was too old to care by then. What I decided early on was this: If you foolishly ignore beauty, you will soon find yourself without it. Your life will be impoverished. But if you invest in beauty, it will remain with you all the days of your life.”

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