Arc 323 human studies in architecture fall 2018 lecture 8-topics 1
Introduction to Architecture
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2. What is Architecture? A good definition was provided by the Roman architect VITRUVIUS in the 1st century AD. Vitruvius said that architecture was a building that incorporated: Utilitas ... Firmitas … Venristas Commodotoes ... Firmness ... Delighte Functional ... Technological ... Aesthetic Utility ... Structure ... Attractive Use ... Construction … Appearance
3. The Difference Between Architecture and Building Building = Building Architecture = Design BEFORE Building DESIGN of Buildings and Spaces According to Human Needs Using Technology and Science, With Aesthetic Qualities
4. Context Earth Climate Ecology Resources Cities Neighborhoods Buildings Interior Spaces Individual Groups Psychological Social Cultural Man Human Environment Built Environment Natural Environment