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From: "Architexturez." <admin-in@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 21:08:27 +0530
Advancement in Architecture
Can one say qualitatively that architecture has advanced since modernism?
Broadly, science and technology has advanced incredibly over that period
[and continues to do so]. Architecture can be said to be a combination
of art, science and economics.
More specifically, the automotive industry has increased its design,
technology and productive capacities over that time [as evident when one
compares a brand new car with a 1950's model]. Whilst there might be one
revolutionary building built every 1-3 years, the automotive indusrty as
a whole is sufficiently technologically advanced to the point that most
differentiation occurs by design, branding and cross-platforming.
Is architecture lagging behind, or is it more on par with art, which
isnt a technology but a cultural endeavour and some of the advancements
of science do not apply [but are often explored].
Advancement can't really be confused with built assemblages of high-tech
materials and building products that sometimes passes as 'advanced'
architecture. But rather a qualitative advancement that you can feel as
well as see.
Is this question relevant or misguided?
cont'd....
http://www.archinect.com/forum/threads.php?id=27685_0_42_0_C