Dues Quote by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
“We must have order, allocating to each thing its proper place and giving to each thing is due according to its nature.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The International Style, 1930
Order requires assigning each thing its proper place according to its nature.
In simple terms: Proper placement creates order.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural roles.
Themes
order
design
nature
Mood
balanced
thoughtful
Type
practical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- organizational design
Key Concepts
Architectural theory
systems thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is flexibility more important?
- How do we identify natural roles?
A Different Perspective
Rigid order may stifle flexibility.
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