Thomas Heatherwick quotes

I have a strong sense that every project is an invention, which is not a word I hear being used in architecture courses. (Thomas Heatherwick)
Clearly I've got an ego. View quote
Thomas Heatherwick
I am finally getting the chance to build large structures and break preconceptions that my designs are just sculptures for people to be in. But my work always comes down to the human scale. View quote
Thomas Heatherwick
I'm wary of the word 'inventing,' because in the British psyche the word 'inventor' is immediately linked with 'mad'. For me, inventing is problem-solving. View quote
Thomas Heatherwick
I don't feel I'm trying to make art. I'm trying to make interesting things. People can relate to that. View quote
Thomas Heatherwick
At the root of everything I do is a fascination with ideas – what ideas are for, what jobs they do. View quote
Thomas Heatherwick

Thomas Heatherwick

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Occupation: English Designer
Born: February 17, 1970
Quotes count: 6