Glass houses Quote by Philip Johnson
“Don't build a glass house if you're worried about saving money on heating.”
About This Quote
Avoid building a glass house if you want to save on heating costs, implying impractical designs waste resources.
In simple terms: Design wisely to save energy.
Choose efficient designs.
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When to use this quote
- home construction
- architectural planning
- budgeting
- energy management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What trade‑offs are acceptable?
- How can you improve efficiency without sacrificing aesthetics?
May ignore other benefits of glass like natural light.