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Alexander Jackson Davis

I am but an architectural composer.

Architecture

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Alexander Jackson Davis is comparing his role in designing buildings to that of a composer creating music, emphasizing the creative and harmonious arrangement of architectural elements. He suggests that his work involves organizing shapes, spaces, and styles thoughtfully, much like composing a piece of music.

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