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| Design is a multi-faceted
activity which involves a sensitively orchestrated process. In order to
produce responsive architectural solutions, it is essential for the architect
to comprehend the basic needs of the project. First, contextual issues
involve site, community, and vernacular themes. Semantic issues relate
to the essence of the project type involving concept and form. Finally,
pragmatic concerns revolve around spatial organization, functions, building
systems and materials, sustainability, and costs. A careful regard of these
concerns helps to ensure design compatibility, conceptual adequacy, and
practicality. The key to responsive design involves a systematic progression, starting with program and concept development through the evolution of schematic design schemes. Ongoing dialogue allows for the review of options, setting strategies, and the development of an optimum solution. Meaningful interaction through client-architect dialogue is the means to form the basis for a "responsive architecture". A building has the inherent potential to transcend beyond its physical realm. Thus, there is an opportunity for architecture to not only solve a problem, but also to significantly communicate at many levels.  |
