Architecture Quote by Michel de Certeau
“To practice space is thus to repeat the joyful and silent experience of childhood; it is, in a place, to be other and to move toward the other...Kandinsky dreamed of: 'a great city built according to all the rules of architecture and then suddenly shaken by a force that defies all calculation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Practice of Everyday Life, Michel de Certeau, 1980
Repeating childhood wonder allows us to become open to new perspectives and connect with others beyond ordinary perception.
In simple terms: Recapturing childlike awe opens us to others.
Key Takeaway
Embrace playful curiosity daily.
Themes
creativity
perception
otherness
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- art workshops
- mindfulness retreats
- team building exercises
Key Concepts
Phenomenology
archaeology of everyday life
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate childlike wonder into work?
- What barriers prevent you from feeling other?
A Different Perspective
Limited by adult responsibilities that may suppress playfulness.
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