"Space has always been the spiritual dimension of architecture. It is not the physical statement of the structure so much as what it contains that moves us."

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The theme of architecture is universal, yet Arthur Erickson manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on architecture often shapes our reality.

About Arthur Erickson

Arthur Charles Erickson was a Canadian architect and urban planner. He is known as one of Canada's most influential architects and was the only Canadian architect to win the American Institute of Architects AIA Gold Medal. When told of Erickson's award, Philip Johnson said, "Arthur Erickson is by far the greatest architect in Canada, and he may be the greatest on this continent."

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