"So to a definition: ... [architecture] is a building based on a concept of good living conditions... building conceived from an idea or vision of good living...
"This vision, then is translated into reality by qualities of surface, space, structure and psyche. I could be more fashionable and even more alliterative by calling the last item 'soul.' Perhaps it is best to average it out and settle on 'spirit'..."
~ Australian architect Robin Boyd, writing in his manifesto Living in Australia
[Pics of Robin Boyd House by Darren Bradley, from Robin Boyd Foundation and Australia Post Collectables. Cross-posted at the Organon Architecture blog.]
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