Art Quote by Edvard Grieg
“Artists like Bach and Beethoven erected churches and temples on the heights. I only wantedto build dwellings for men in which they might feel happy and at home”
About This Quote
Source Letter to a friend, 1885
Contrasting grand artistic monuments with humble, happy dwellings.
In simple terms: Prefer simple homes that bring joy over grand churches.
Value modest, comfortable living spaces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- home design
- urban planning
- personal spaces
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a space feel like home?
- How does scale affect emotional comfort?
May romanticize poverty.