Why Frank Lloyd Wright’s Advice Still Holds Up Today

Do you ever step outside, take a deep breath, and think, Wow, nature really knows what it’s doing? Frank Lloyd Wright sure did.

He once said, “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” And let’s be honest—he wasn’t wrong.

In Minnesota, we get it. From frozen lakes in the winter to wildflower-covered prairies in the summer, nature is woven into our everyday lives. And if you ask us, it’s also the best guide for great design. That’s why we take a page out of nature’s playbook for our projects, whether we’re working on urban planning, land surveying, or landscape architecture.

💡 Think about it: Ever notice how a river naturally carves out the perfect path over time? Or how do trees instinctively grow toward the light? Nature has already figured out efficiency, sustainability, and resilience—we just have to pay attention.

At Landform, we don’t just design spaces. We design places that work with nature, not against it. That means using LIDAR drones to map landscapes, finding sustainable landscape architecture solutions for urban planning, and making sure every project respects the environment it’s built in.

So here’s your Monday Motivation: Take a moment today to step outside, soak it in, and see what nature’s trying to teach you. Trust us—it won’t fail you. 🌎

👉 Need a partner who gets the balance between nature and design? Let’s talk – we’ll make your next project a success from Site to Finish®.