In Europe, architects consider themselves artists. They think they're special when they win a competition.
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Transparency is not the same as looking straight through a building: it's not just a physical idea, it's also an intellectual one.Helmut Jahn
Most architects say: I want to use this type of glass, even if it's too reflective or doesn't let enough light in. However, the use of a certain type of glass might change the comfort level.
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I strive for an architecture from which nothing can be taken away.
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A good engineer thinks in reverse and asks himself about the stylistic consequences of the components and systems he proposes.
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We are creating a unique experience. It's starts with how you see the building from a distance.
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Higher ceilings allow the use indirect lighting, which is much healthier and reduces glare.
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