It has been said that form follows function. In its highest expression, architecture emerges when function becomes the driving force behind form. This principle defines organic, minimalist design. The built environment must respond to its natural surroundings and harmonize with them, rather than impose upon them.

For a designer to achieve the highest architectural quality, they must navigate the convergence of art and science—a challenge that is both critical and constant. The architect or designer must integrate all functional elements into a cohesive composition, ensuring structural integrity, sustainability, and efficiency while crafting a form that is aesthetically compelling. True architecture balances these forces, creating spaces that are both purposeful and inspiring.

—Lawrence Bowen