Elegant Quote by Marcus Vitruvius Pollio
“There will be no propriety in the spectacle of an elegant interior approached by a low mean entrance.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Architectura, 1st century BC
Elegant interiors lose dignity when entered through a vulgar entrance.
In simple terms: Grand spaces need fitting entrances.
Key Takeaway
Design entrances that match interior grandeur.
Themes
architecture
design
aesthetics
propriety
Mood
critical
inspirational
Type
architectural
design
When to use this quote
- building design
- interior planning
- urban development
- renovation
Key Concepts
Classical architecture
spatial harmony
Questions to Reflect On
- How does entrance design affect perception?
- What compromises are acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Practical constraints may limit ideal entrances.
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