Architecture Quote by Marguerite Yourcenar
“In the evenings the art of building gave way to that of music, which is architecture, too, though invisible.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Art of Building and Music”, 1975
The quote draws a parallel between music and architecture, suggesting both shape invisible structures that affect human experience.
In simple terms: Music and architecture both create unseen structures.
Recognize the hidden architecture of sound.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- design
- music composition
- urban planning
- acoustic engineering
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does music shape our perception of space?
- In what ways can architecture be ‘invisible’?
May overlook practical differences between disciplines.