Architecture Quote by Toyo Ito
“I would like to use architecture to create bonds between people who live in cities, and even use it to recover the communities that used to exist in every single city.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Architectural Digest, 2018
Architecture should foster connections among city dwellers and revive lost communal spaces.
In simple terms: Use design to bond people and restore neighborhoods.
Key Takeaway
Design inclusive, community‑focused spaces.
Themes
urbanism
community
design
social cohesion
Mood
visionary
practical
Type
urban
social
When to use this quote
- planning new parks
- renovating vacant lots
- hosting community events
- creating shared gardens
Key Concepts
architecture
public space
Questions to Reflect On
- What spaces in your city need revitalization?
- How can architecture promote inclusion?
A Different Perspective
Budget constraints and zoning laws may hinder projects.
