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"The professional challenge, whether one is
an architect in the rural American South or elsewhere in the world, is how to
avoid being so stunned by the power of modern technology and economic affluence
that one does not lose sight of the fact that people and place matter....
For me, these small (Rural Studio) projects have
in them the architectural essence to enchant us, to inspire us, and ultimately,
to elevate our profession. But more importantly, they remind us of what it means
to have an American architecture without pretense. They remind us that we can be
as awed by the simple as by the complex and that if we pay attention, this will
offer us a glimpse into what is essential to the future of American
Architecture: Its honesty. ' Love your neighbor as yourself.'
This is the most important
thing because nothing else matters. In doing so, an architect will act on a
foundation of decency which can be built upon. Go above and beyond the call of a
'smoothly functioning conscience'; help those who aren't likely to help you in
return, and do so even if nobody is watching!'..... read the whole page
here.
For the complete experience created by this amazing architect check the official
website of Rural Studio |