Quote of the day
Every human being, of whatever origin, of whatever station, deserves respect. We must each respect others even as we respect ourselves. This, as the sages of many lands have taught us, is a golden rule in individual and group, as well as international, relations.
William Chambers
Born: February 23, 1723
Died: March 10, 1796 (aged 73)
Bio: Sir William Chambers was a Scottish-Swedish architect, based in London. Among his best-known works are Somerset House, London, and the pagoda at Kew. Chambers was a founder member of the Royal Academy.
Known for:
- Somerset House
- Casino at Marino
- Charlemont House
- The Orangery
- Albany