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Quotes by Adolf Loos
Adolf Loos (1870-1933) was an influential Austrian architect and designer, renowned for his pioneering contributions to modern architecture. Born in Brünn, he rejected ornamental excess, advocating for functional simplicity in design, which he famously articulated in his essay "Ornament and Crime." Loos's innovative approach emphasized the significance of space and material over decoration, laying the groundwork for the minimalist movement. His legacy endures through iconic structures like the Villa Müller in Prague, reflecting his belief that good design should enhance human experience, not distract from it.
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"Architecture arouses sentiments in man. The architect's task therefore, is to make those sentiments more precise."
Adolf Loos"Does it follow that the house has nothing in common with art and is architecture not to be included in the arts? Only a very small part of architecture belongs to art: the tomb and the monument. Everything else that fulfils a function is to be excluded from the domain of art."
Adolf Loos"The work of art shows people new directions and thinks of the future. The house thinks of the present."
Adolf Loos