NEEDS "A building is a container for people and things that people use" While the architect develops a design, he or she has three areas that need consideration, the structural requirements, the context in which the building is located and the needs of people who use the building.
The needs are dynamic, constantly changing architecture. People
Refers to the physiological, psychological and sociological as base the design on the human scale, the sense of protection and social interaction, comfort in terms of lighting, water and temperature.
Building
It must take into account for the resistance of the building it’s own weight, the inhabitants, and the influence of natural elements (temperature, airflow, lighting) on the structure of the building. Also, the flow of people and the distribution of energy and information.
Context
Includes the dominant culture of the area, along with its historical, religious and political. A building is not isolated from its surroundings, it should be in contact with overseas energy sources, telephone lines, sewage systems, transportation. It must be economically viable and flexible to changing needs.
"A building is a container for people and things that people use"
While the architect develops a design, he or she has three areas that need consideration, the structural requirements, the context in which the building is located and the needs of people who use the building.
The needs are dynamic, constantly changing architecture.
People
Refers to the physiological, psychological and sociological as base the design on the human scale, the sense of protection and social interaction, comfort in terms of lighting, water and temperature.
Building
It must take into account for the resistance of the building it’s own weight, the inhabitants, and the influence of natural elements (temperature, airflow, lighting) on the structure of the building. Also, the flow of people and the distribution of energy and information.
Context
Includes the dominant culture of the area, along with its historical, religious and political. A building is not isolated from its surroundings, it should be in contact with overseas energy sources, telephone lines, sewage systems, transportation. It must be economically viable and flexible to changing needs.