Justus Dahinden

"Function and purpose define architecture as a practical arrangement, while form defines architecture as a manifestation of apparition. The world of appariation that we cannot exist without , is a psyc…"

"The central problem of architecture is space. Space is essential for the individual and for the community. This is equally true for the small space as well as for the large space ."

"The creation of space incorporates the debate about the dialogue between dream and reality. We must use the hidden surrealistic potential of our environment to awaken basic emotions."

"Per definition, architecture is a service for the whole human being. As such, architecture includes a material and an immaterial aspect; ist has to meet rational and irrational requirements."

"Form - as a pattern of perception - can motivate the use of architecture. Architecture provides a complete service for its users, if function coincides with use motivated by form. mit der Motivation z…"

"Spaces that trigger emotions alter the behaviour of people. Architecture aims at influencing human behaviour by space creations."