In Europe, architects consider themselves artists. They think they're special when they win a competition. Helmut Jahn architectartistcompetition Change image and share on social
Chinese buildings are like American buildings, with big footprints. People don't care about daylight or fresh air. Helmut Jahn airamericanbig Change image and share on social
Working is actually a pleasure. It's just very time-consuming. It's a way of life. I find that I can work when I travel and work when I run. There is nothing like, on a rainy day, to work. Helmut Jahn consumedayfind Change image and share on social
A city building, you experience when you walk; a suburban building, you experience when you drive. Helmut Jahn buildcitydrive Change image and share on social
Most architects say: I want to use this type of glass, even if it's too reflective or doesn't let enough light in. However, the use of a certain type of glass might change the comfort level. Helmut Jahn architectchangecomfort Change image and share on social
I've never looked at a suburban building as being a minor building and an urban building as being a major building. Helmut Jahn buildhavelook Change image and share on social
We prefer synthetic rather than natural materials. Natural products are almost too valuable. Wood is much harder to produce than metal. And metal is recyclable, while wood isn't. Helmut Jahn hardmaterialmetal Change image and share on social
A good engineer thinks in reverse and asks himself about the stylistic consequences of the components and systems he proposes. Helmut Jahn askcomponentconsequence Change image and share on social
I think the younger generation, the people poised to dominate the workforce, are more socially conscious. They are more demanding in terms of environment and how that environment contributes to their life. Helmut Jahn consciouscontributedemand share on social
For me, drawing generates thinking and vice versa. Helmut Jahn drawgeneratethink Change image and share on social