Architecture Quote by Le Corbusier
“A house is a machine for living in.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Vers une architecture, 1923
Housing should be designed as functional machines that serve daily living efficiently.
In simple terms: Homes are practical machines for living.
Key Takeaway
Design spaces for function and simplicity.
Themes
architecture
functionality
modernism
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
philosophical
design
When to use this quote
- home building
- renovation
- city planning
Key Concepts
industrial design
urban planning
efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can design honor both function and human warmth?
- What elements make a home feel alive?
A Different Perspective
May neglect emotional or cultural aspects of dwellings.
