Building Quote by Frank Lloyd Wright
“The outside of any building may now come inside and the inside go outside, each seems as part of the other. Continuity, plasticity, and all the new simplicity the imply have at last come home.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: 1930s architectural treatise, 1935
The distinction between interior and exterior blurs, creating continuity and simplicity that feels natural and integrated.
In simple terms: Inside and outside merge, creating seamless, simple spaces.
Key Takeaway
Design spaces that flow naturally between inside and outside.
Themes
architecture
design
continuity
plasticity
simplicity
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
architectural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- building a house with large windows
- urban planning
- interior redesign
- landscape architecture
Key Concepts
spatial harmony
organic architecture
environmental integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does one balance openness with privacy?
- What design elements preserve function while achieving continuity?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on blending can neglect functional needs of each space.
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