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Arne Jacobsen Quotes


A Danish architect and designer.
Arne Emil Jacobsen, usually known as Arne Jacobsen, (11 February 1902 – 24 March 1971) was a Danish architect and designer. In particular, he is remembered for developing the 'Danish Modern' style and for contributing so much to architectural functionalism. In addition to his architectural work, he was one of the most important contributors to Danish design, especially as a result of the worldwide success he enjoyed with simple but effective chair designs. 

Here are some famous quotes by Arne Jacobsen.

The primary factor is proportions.

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If a building becomes architecture then it is art.

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Architecture tends to consume everything else it has become one's entire life.

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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.