Architecture is the art and science of designing buildings, bridges, and other structures. Of all the arts, architecture probably has the greatest impact on our daily lives. It shapes the immediate environment in which we live, work, or entertain. And, as the history of architecture reveals, it reflects and symbolizes our concept of self and the societies in which we live, past and present.
• Consider the function of architecture to record and reflect a culture's values.
• Explain the need for architects to combine function, form, and structure.
• Identify traditional materials and methods used in architecture.
• Describe the relationship of technological innovations to changes in architectural forms and structure.
• Recognize the impact of contemporary environmental concerns on architecture.