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Proportions are what makes the old Greek temples classic in their

Proportions are what makes the old Greek temples classic in their beauty. They are like huge blocks, from which the air has been literally hewn out between the columns. – Arne Jacobsen

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I dont see that any buildings should be excluded from the term architecture, as long as they are done properly. – Arne Jacobsen

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In addressing a task, one almost always has several possible options, sometimes only a few, and they may all be practical and functional. But they lack the aesthetic aspect that raises it to architecture. – Arne Jacobsen

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