ArchitectureMa Yansong Since the Beijing Olympics in 2008, our office has been discussing how we can make architecture more human and at one with nature. We need to ask ourselves, what legacy do we want to leave behind on humankind’s urban culture? – Ma Yansong Architecture Quotes Beijing Quotes Culture Quotes Discussing Quotes Human Quotes Humankinds Quotes Leave Quotes Legacy Quotes Nature Quotes Office Quotes Olympics Quotes Urban Quotes Sand dunes are almost like ready-made buildings in a way. All we need to do is solidify the parts that we need to be solid, and then excavate the sand, and we have our architecture. We can either excavate it by hand, or we can have the wind excavate it for us. A pool at the edge of the ocean is the simplest geometry, yet you feel connected to the sea. In a forest with the mountains in the background, you also feel the connection to nature, yet it’s a very complex geometry. I think architecture is about controlling these feelings.
Roy Jones Jr If I spent my career responding to critics, I’d never be where I’m at right now. – Roy Jones Jr
Mike Pence Years ago on my radio show, I used to say, ‘I’m a conservative, but I’m not in a bad mood about it.’ I’ve always believed that civility in heavy doses is essential in self-government. – Mike Pence
Francesca Lia Block Writing is literally transformative. When we read, we are changed. When we write, we are changed. It’s neurological. To me, this is a kind of magic. – Francesca Lia Block
Fernandinho I was in Donetsk for eight years. I was happy there. I won six titles. I knew everyone, and I was a big part of the club. – Fernandinho
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