I was born and spent my first five years in Chester, an ancient city that retains some of its Roman walls and fortifications and contains a great medieval cathedral, as well as Tudor, Stuart and early 19th century architecture. Visiting these things was free, and my parents - who had little money - made the most of this.
Copy QuoteIt is not the beauty of a building you should look at; its the construction of the foundation that will stand the test of time.
Copy Quote View & ShareArchitecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.
Copy Quote View & ShareArchitecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness.
Copy Quote View & ShareGood buildings come from good people, and all problems are solved by good design.
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