Helmut Jahn quotes - page 2

It's my goal to make a building as immaterial as possible. Architecture is a very material thing. It takes a lot of resources, so why not eliminate what you don't need as long as you're able to achieve the same result? (Helmut Jahn)
We are creating a unique experience. It's starts with how you see the building from a distance. View quote
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For me, drawing generates thinking and vice versa. View quote
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I find if my body feels well and I exercise regularly, I think better, work better and feel better. View quote
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When I work, I work very hard. When I don't work, I have to do something where my endeavor can totally take me off what I do professionally, like sailing. It takes all your attention. View quote
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Working is actually a pleasure. It's just very time-consuming. It's a way of life. I find that I can work when I travel and work when I run. There is nothing like, on a rainy day, to work. View quote
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In Europe, they're more demanding, the ones that rent the build ings. View quote
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We want our buildings to work like a machine that will create a pleasurable environment. View quote
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For me, though, the fun is over when I get the job. View quote
Helmut Jahn

Helmut Jahn

Occupation: German Architect
Born: January 4, 1940
Died: May 8, 2021
Quotes count: 34