…the Temple in Wilmette does not constitute a pattern for other Temples, nor does it represent a new type of Bahá’í architecture. Therefore it is not necessary for your architects to endeavour to follow that pattern. What should be done is to follow the Master’s instructions as to the Temple, and then create something that will be desirable and appropriate for your area....
- Shoghi Effendi (From a letter dated 10 February 1955, written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi to NSA of Germany; ‘Lights of Divine Guidance, vol. 1)
