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In the
orchestration
of honest
men’s labor
and the
arrangement
of sticks
and stones
in the
service of
physical and
emotional
needs such
that a piece
of ground is
left better
than one
found it,
there is
something
holy.
We have come
to regard
the art of
architecture
and the
craft of
building in
much the
same light
as a fine
musical
performance.
There is
room for
artistic
expression
in both the
composition
and the
interpretation
of the
piece. We
realize that
distinctive
architectural
work results
from
successful
collaboration
between
designers,
craftsmen
and users.
Moreover, we
have learned
to accept,
even
welcome, the
role of
improvisation
in the act
of
designing,
constructing
and living
in built
environments.
Our work is
informed by
a respect
for local
context,
historical
continuity
and global
sustainability.
We bring
together a
willingness
to listen
and a
commitment
to
experimentation.
We believe
there is an
important
role for wit
and humor in
the act of
creating
spaces for
human use
and
habitation.
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