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The Element of Function

The Element of FunctionDuring Roman Times
Marcus Vitruvius, the pioneering Roman architect, belonging to Julius Caesar’s time (1st century BC), and the most revered codifier of architectural principles asserts in De architectura, that any structure must be founded upon the three qualities of ‘firmitas, utilitas, venustas’, meaning it must be durable, functional, and aesthetic.
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Organic Architecture, Avant Garde

Organic Architecture, Avant GardeAfter farming techniques went the organic way, architecture happens to follow suit. But don’t be scared of your living spaces being invaded by manure and scum. It isn’t also an anti ‘global warming’ movement to bring about a sustainable model of human existence.

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Modern Architecture Declassified

Modern Architecture Declassified“Architecture is one part science, one part craft and two parts art,” mentions David Rutten. Art is the ultimate finesse of our human race. It’s the driving force. Goethe likens architecture to frozen music. It’s the greatest inspiration and a powerful symbolic manifestation of our aesthetic fire.

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