I Have Some Questions

In previous years, good architecture has been preordained in our society by its aesthetics and appearance. The textural surface of the skin, lighting, and size are just a few major factors that we evaluate at first glance and determine our opinion right then and there. A shallow instinct manufactured by our consumeristic mindset and deeply imbedded in our way of living. We often get lost in the beautification of a structure and how it appears in contrast to its immediate surroundings (whether it be urban or rural setting), yet I think we do not take the time to truly question what that appearance will do to us in the time that the structure will stand.

“How will this building affect the job market?"

“How will this building affect the local environment?”

“How will this building affect the pre-existing community?”

“What will the users of the building do to it?”

“What will the building do to the users?”

“How will this building influence future development?”

And lastly…

“Is that influence what it should be?”

Just as we as humans impact each other every day, influencing us in the slightest of ways, we are constantly responding and adapting to one another; and our buildings do the same. We should evaluate how pre-existing spaces impact the habitat, be it positive or negative. I believe in our designs, we must remain consciously aware of how our design might impact the social aspect of the community.