I strive for an architecture from which nothing can be taken away. Helmut Jahn architecturestrive Change image and share on social
The architecture profession has lost a lot of its integrity, especially in the USA. The general architect here has no scruples, no ambitions. Helmut Jahn ambitionarchitectarchitecture Change image and share on social
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
I think there will be a 200-story skyscraper someday. However, it will require a developer who will not think in conventional terms and for whom economic restraints won't apply. Helmut Jahn applyconventionaldeveloper Change image and share on social
Creativity has more to do with the elimination of the inessential than with inventing something new. Helmut Jahn creativityeliminationinessential Change image and share on social
For me, drawing generates thinking and vice versa. Helmut Jahn drawgeneratethink 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 used to buy nice clothes and drive a nice car when I couldn't afford it. But I spent all my money doing it, and now I don't have to. I like nice things. I like to travel in a certain style. I like to live in a nice place. Helmut Jahn affordbuycar share on social
When I came to America in the '60s, it was the place to be. I wonder if I'd come here today. Helmut Jahn 60samericaplace Change image and share on social
A building is hard to judge. It takes many years to find out whether it works. It's not as simple as asking the people in the office whether they like it. Helmut Jahn buildfindhard Change image and share on social
