Louis Kahn

Louis I. Kahn (1901–1974) was an American architect born in Pärnu (now Estonia) known for monumental modernist buildings such as the Salk Institute, Kimbell Art Museum, and the National Assembly in Dhaka. His work emphasized form, materiality, and the orchestration of natural light; the quoted line reflects his attention to light on architecture.

Quotes by Louis Kahn

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The Sun Never Knew How Great It Was Until It Hit the Side of a Building – Louis Kahn

Kahn, famed for his luminous spaces such as the Salk Institute, considered light the ‘giver of all presences.’ His buildings are designed to harness and celebrate sunlight, making visible both form and texture. The interplay of sun and structure transforms a simple wall into an artwork with shifting moods and meanings, proving the transformative power of thoughtful design. [...]

Created on: 4/29/2025