“It is pleasurable to press a door handle shining from the thousands of hands that have entered the door before us; the clean shimmer of ageless wear has turned into an image of welcome and hospitality. The door handle is the handshake of the building. The tactile sense connects us with time and tradition: through impressions of touch we shake the hands of countless generations.”
Quote by Juhani Pallasmaa
Work
The Eyes of the Skin: Architecture and the Senses
This book delves into the sensory aspects of architecture, examining how buildings and spaces engage and influence the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin. It investigates the role of sensory perception in shaping architectural design and the ways in which architecture can enhance or detract from human experience. more
Author
Juhani Pallasmaa
Juhani Pallasmaa is a Finnish architect known for his profound insights into the relationship between architecture and human perception. His work emphasizes the poetic and philosophical aspects of architecture, as well as its sensitivity to environment and culture. more
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