One of the very best ways to determine good architecture is the evaluation of how natural light is handled throughout the space it illuminates.

One of the very best ways to determine good architecture is the evaluation of how natural light is handled throughout the space it illuminates. I like to think that I have some sensitivities regarding how natural light is managed in my projects but there are times when everything seems to align just right and something amazing is the result.To help set the tone for the importance of light, I thought I would prime you by presenting some of my favorite architectural quotes regarding natural light. In no order of preference: “The history of architecture is the history of the struggle for light.” Le Corbusier – Architect“We are born of light. The seasons are felt through light. We only know the world as it is evoked by light.” Louis Kahn – Architect?Light is of decisive importance in experiencing architecture. The same room can be made to give very different spacial impressions by the simple expedient of changing the size and location of its openings.? Steen Eiler Rasmussen – Architect “Light belongs to the heart and spirit. Light attracts people, it shows the way, and when we see it in the distance, we follow it.” Ricardo Legorreta – Architect“Architecture which enters into a symbiosis with light does not merely create form in light, by day and at night, but allow l...