We need to feel that life is important; we need that fantasy so we can live a little better.
Oscar NiemeyerIn architecture it isn't enough to just have the right building that works well. It can also be beautiful. It can also be different. It can create surprise. And surprise is the main thing in a work of art. [] I like and respect Brasรญยญlia very much. It is a simple city, a rational one. I always defend the urban design of Brasรญยญlia
Oscar NiemeyerArchitecture was my way of expressing my ideals: to be simple, to create a world equal to everyone, to look at people with optimism, that everyone has a gift. I donโt want anything but general happiness. Why is that bad?
Oscar NiemeyerLife is very fleeting. Itโs important to be gentle and optimistic. We look behind and think what weโve done in this life has been good. It was simple; it was modest. Everyone creates their own story and moves on. Thatโs it. I donโt feel particularly important. What we create is not important. Weโre very insignificant.
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