Another Quote by Rem Koolhaas
“Architects work in two ways. One is to respond precisely to a client's needs or demands. Another is to look at what the client asks and reinterpret it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "S,M,L,XL", 1995, Architectural Theory by Rem Koolhaas
Architects must either meet client demands directly or reinterpret them creatively to add value
In simple terms: Design can be literal or transformative, both serving client needs
Balance client requirements with innovative reinterpretation
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- building projects
- urban planning
- product design
- consultancy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When to push beyond client brief?
- How to negotiate reinterpretation with clients?
Client expectations may limit creative freedom