Character Quote by Frank Lloyd Wright
“How many understand that Nature is the essential character of whatever is. It's something you'll find by looking not at, but in, always in. It's always inside the thing, and it makes the outside. And some day, when you get sufficiently proficient in understanding the use of the term, you can tell by the outside pretty much from what's inside.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Harvard Graduate School of Design, 1930
Nature’s essence is internal; understanding its inner character reveals its outward form.
In simple terms: Nature’s inner nature shapes its outward appearance.
Key Takeaway
Study the inner qualities of things.
Themes
nature
design
perception
essence
understanding
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- architecture
- landscape design
- product development
- education
Key Concepts
organic architecture
philosophy of design
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you perceive the inner nature of a design?
- Can you identify the inner essence of a problem?
A Different Perspective
Nature can be abstract and hard to quantify.
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