Quotes by Mario Botta

Mario Botta, born on April 1, 1943, in Mendrisio, Switzerland, is a celebrated architect known for his unique fusion of modernism and tradition. With a career spanning over five decades, Botta's significant works include the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Tinguely Museum in Basel. His designs are characterized by geometric forms and an acute sensitivity to context, reflecting a deep respect for both nature and culture. Botta's architectural legacy continues to inspire new generations of architects around the world.

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"I wanted to design a museum in which everything would seem clear."

Mario Botta

"There is great mystery in a church. For me, there is a great privilege to be confronted with the design of a church because it shelters the most powerful themes of humanity: birth, marriage, death."

Mario Botta

"For me, architecture is not just creating a space to protect people but to make them dream as well."

Mario Botta

"A museum is a spiritual place. People lower their voices when they get close to art."

Mario Botta

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