Quote by Kenzo Tange
Designs of purely arbitrary nature cannot be expected to last long

Designs of purely arbitrary nature cannot be expected to last long. – Kenzo Tange

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There is a powerful need for symbolism, and that means the architecture must have something that appeals to the human heart. There is a powerful need for symbolism, and that means the architecture must have something that appeals to the human heart. – Kenzo Tange

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architecture
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Technological considerations are of great importance to architecture and cities in the informational society. – Kenzo Tange

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architecture
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I feel however, that we architects have a special duty and mission… (to contribute) to the socio-cultural development of architecture and urban planning. – Kenzo Tange

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architecture
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Everyone designs who devises courses of action aimed at changing existing situations into preferred ones. – Herbert Simon

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Also note that invariably when we design something that can be used by those with disabilities, we often make it better for everyone. – Donald Norman

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My strengths as a businessman lie in the design and sale of womens shoes, and I have never been comfortable with complicated or technical legal or business documents. – Steve Madden

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I like design, I like details, to me it is just another form of self-expression. – John Malkovich

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