Architecture Quote by El Lissitzky
““Let us summarize these three points more concisely: (a) The rejection of art as a mere emotional, individualistic, and romantic affair. (b) “Objective” work, undertaken with the silent hope that the end product will nevertheless eventually be regarded as a work of art. (c) Consciously goal-directed work in architecture, which will have a concise artistic effect on the basis of well-preparated objective-scientific criteria. Such an architecture will actively raise the general standard of living. This represents the dialectic of our development process, which purports to arrive at the affirmative by negation — a process similar to melting down old iron and forging it into new steel.””
About This Quote
Art should move beyond emotion to objective, goal‑directed design that elevates living standards, merging scientific criteria with aesthetic purpose.
In simple terms: Art must be objective, purposeful, and improve life.
Key Takeaway
Combine science and art for functional beauty.
Themes
design
functionality
objectivity
social impact
Mood
analytical
inspired
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- architectural projects
- product design
- public spaces
Key Concepts
aesthetic theory
engineering
urban planning
Practical Applications
- Apply measurable criteria to creative work
- prioritize societal benefit
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance emotion with objective goals?
- What metrics can assess artistic impact on living standards?
A Different Perspective
Purely emotional art also has value.
