Architecture Quote by Zaha Hadid
“Architecture is really about well-being. I think that people want to feel good in a space... On the one hand it's about shelter, but it's also about pleasure. The intention is to really carve out of a city civic spaces and the more it is accessible to a much larger mass in public and it's about people enjoying that space. That makes life that much better. If you think about housing, education, whether schools and hospitals, these are all very interesting projects because in the way you interpret this special experience.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Architectural Review, 2014
Architecture should prioritize human comfort and joy, not just shelter, creating accessible civic spaces that enhance daily life.
In simple terms: Design should make people feel good in spaces.
Key Takeaway
Focus on well‑being in built environments.
Themes
well‑being
design
public space
accessibility
Mood
inspired
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- housing projects
- schools
- hospitals
- city plazas
Key Concepts
human‑centered design
urbanism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can designers balance pleasure with practicality?
- What metrics assess well‑being in architecture?
A Different Perspective
May overlook functional or budget constraints.
