And just as we acquaint ourselves with materials, just as we must understand functions, so we must become familiar with the psychological and spiritual factors of our day. No cultural activity is possible otherwise; for we are dependent on the spirit of our time.

First you have to learn to do something, then you can go out and do it.

No design is possible until the materials with which you design are completely understood

True education is concerned not only with practical goals but also with values. Our aims assure us of our material life, our values make possible our spiritual life.

And just as we acquaint ourselves with materials, just as we must understand functions, so we must become familiar with the psychological and spiritual factors of our day. No cultural activity is possible otherwise; for we are dependent on the spirit of our time.

God is in the details.

Architecture has the power to create order out of unholy confusion.