2 Quotes & Sayings By Thomas Story Kirkbride
Thomas Story Kirkbride (1812-1890) was a physician, inventor, and writer, best known for his work on architecture, including the design of the Pennsylvania Station in New York City. A student of Thomas Jefferson, Kirkbride became active in 19th-century American utopianism, working with William Channing Gannett to create the New Harmony community. He published widely on architecture and other subjects. Kirkbride's work is characterized by its highly original take on architectural theory and design, an interest in the application of ideas to engineering problems, and an emphasis on social issues
His work remains influential within the fields of architectural history and theory.