Architecture contains beautiful contradictions. We are a profession on the cutting edge of civilization’s most profound technical and creative expression. At the same time we are ancient – literally as old as civilization.
Modern and Ancient at the Same Time
We are modern and we are anachronistic – and are thus a most effective measure of the totality of human culture. The amazing heritage of architecture involuntarily becomes our starting point when initiating a project.
Looking Back While Moving Forward
Much of our initial work involves editing away an over-reliance on recapitulation and a slavish respect for precedent. An architect should gaze into that rear-view mirror now and then.
Architecture as a Daily Act of Invention
But the most important obligation is to invent a future, every day.