From the exterior face of the wall towers must be projected, from which an approaching enemy may be annoyed by weapons, from the embrasures of those towers, right and left.

Architecture depends on Order, Arrangement, Eurythmy, Symmetry , Propriety , and Economy.

The architect must not only understand drawing, but music.

If our designs for private houses are to be correct, we must at the outset take note of the countries and climates in which they are built.

A harmonious design requires that nothing be added or taken away.

It is no secret that the moon has no light of her own, but is, as it were, a mirror, receiving brightness from the influence of the sun.

Consistency is found in that work whose whole and detail are suitable to the occasion. It arises from circumstance, custom, and nature.

Bricks should be made in Spring or Autumn so that they may dry uniformly.

For we must not build temples according to the same rules to all gods alike, since the performance of the sacred rites varies with the various gods.

All machinery is derived from nature, and is founded on the teaching and instruction of the revolution of the firmament.

Altars should face the east, and should always be placed on a lower level than are the statues in the temples, so that those who are praying and sacrificing may look upwards towards the divinity.

Product must be intentional

Try me, amd you will start LOVING!

When God brings a time of waiting, and appears to be unresponsive, don't fill it with busyness, just wait.

Tonight - by taking this solemn oath - I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago.

I am a little man and this is a little town, but there must be a spark in little men that can burst into flame.

I'm sure there's an alternate universe where I got to become a pulpy science fiction writer.

I have never cared very much for personal prizes. A person does not become a freedom fighter in the hope of winning awards.

Setting is my primary joy as a writer, building a world and watching people respond to it.

Let there be more darkness

All styles are good except the tiresome kind.