Vignettes / The Berliner Philharmonie “One person opposite another, arranged in circles in sweeping, suspended arcs around soaring crystal pyramids.” — Hans Scharoun, architect “Remember the impression of good architecture ... namely, that it expresses a thought. You would like to follow it with a gesture.” — Ludwig Wittgenstein, philosopher Tuesday 04.17.12 Posted by Christopher Karlson
Vignettes / New German Parliament, Reichstag “Our transformation of the Reichstag is rooted in four related issues: the Bundestag’s significance as a democratic forum, an understanding of history, a commitment to public accessibility and a vigorous environmental agenda.” — Norman Foster Sunday 04.15.12 Posted by Christopher Karlson