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“To look at the cross-section of any plan of a big city is to look at something like the section of a fibrous tumor.”

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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