Articulation Quote by Richard Serra
“I consider space to be a material. The articulation of space has come to take precedence over other concerns. I attempt to use sculptural form to make space distinct.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Articulating Space, 2015
He treats space as a tangible material, prioritizing its sculptural articulation over other artistic concerns.
In simple terms: Space is treated like a material to shape.
Key Takeaway
Explore space as a medium in design.
Themes
art
design
perception
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
theoretical
conceptual
When to use this quote
- architecture
- public installations
- urban planning
- interior design
Key Concepts
materiality
spatial theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make intangible concepts tangible?
- What limits arise when treating space as material?
A Different Perspective
Space may be abstract and hard to quantify.
