Authentic architecture, the space of good architecture
-Are all building architecture?
-What is iconic architecture? Can iconic architecture be always authentic?
-The good and beautiful architecture, is all beautiful architecture good architecture?
-Which building you find to the authentic building, and the reason why?
- does authentic architecture need to be supported by the genera will(mass)?
Atisha Varshney
Responses
Authentic architecture, the space of good architecture
The answers 1. Architecture is the built environment��all buildings thus qualify as architecture if people can spend a proper-fraction of their lifetime in them. Nobody on earth should comment on the aesthetic quality of architecture since it cannot be objectively evaluated. A building is good architecture if people can efficiently perform the intended activities in the enclosed space. 2. Iconic architecture is a mere symbol. It may or may not be functional. Since there is nothing called authentic architecture, an iconic architecture is a success if it fulfils its purpose. 3. Do not ever make the mistake of evaluating the aesthetic quality of an architect��s work. Architecture is NOT AN ART. Art is a functional element with varying weightages in different works of architecture. Every building need not be beautiful in your eyes��see if it serves its purpose or not. 4. Too vague a question��what do you mean by the word authentic in this context? 5. Architecture must win the hearts of the people (masses) whom it is intended to serve.
