Eero Saarinen

Architecture Finnish-American 1910 – 1961 100 quotes

A Finnish-American architect and industrial designer, he was known for his neo-futuristic designs, including the TWA Flight Center and the Gateway Arch.

Quotes by Eero Saarinen

We must design for the future, not just the present.

Speech 1959

The greatest challenge in architecture is to create spaces that inspire.

Interview 1954

Life is too short for ugly buildings.

Witty remark 1953

Architecture is frozen music.

Essay 1946

Every building should tell a story.

Lecture 1958

Innovation in design comes from understanding human needs.

Book 1952

The soul of a building is in its proportions.

Interview 1950

We architects are like conductors of an orchestra.

Speech 1956

Beauty in architecture is not superficial; it is profound.

Letter 1949

I design for the user, not for the critic.

Interview 1961

The future of architecture lies in organic forms.

Essay 1955

A good building is one that works and one that delights.

Lecture 1957

Architecture should uplift the spirit.

Speech 1948

Straight lines are for engineers; curves are for artists.

Witty remark 1954

In every project, there is a moment of truth.

Interview 1959

The essence of design is simplicity.

Book 1951

Buildings must breathe with the landscape.

Essay 1953

I am always searching for the new form.

Letter 1960

Architecture is a conversation between past and future.

Lecture 1947

The best designs solve problems elegantly.

Speech 1952