How does design shape our culture

Interactions knit together the social fabric that binds individuals together in community. The Interactions among group members help to define the emotional climate, tone, or ethos of a place. The physical environment of a school or classroom will dictate how individuals interact, their behaviors, and performance.

The physical space can inhibit or inspire the work of the group and the individual. Although most educators inherit a physical environment fashioned for an old paradigm of learning, there is still much that can be done in the design of that space to facilitate and promote a culture of thinking. Big questions from little s…. RT reimaginemigrat: sschat fans, shinram1 will be leading a conversation this monday evening about teaching civic action with students.

RT danielwilsonPZ: How to design for playful learning? Learn from some of leading researchers, architects, and designers in this issue of…. Looking at and discussing art can help us escape the confines of realistic thinking and release our imaginations. Sterile, concrete landscapes and unimaginative buildings cause higher levels of stress. Designing buildings, as well as cities , to combat this, whether it be beautiful, awe-inspiring architecture, or simply a mindful connection to nature, helps humans to feel more relaxed, happy and engaged.

However, we all know the feeling of walking into a space that just feels right. Architecture is both art and science, drawing on and intertwined with psychology, sociology, economics, politics and more. At HMC Architects, our design process includes spending a considerable amount of time getting to understand the client, the community, and the environment the project will be in well before any drawings are even started.

Technology also contributes to the practice of architecture and its impact on society. Our access to global data, research evidence and the ability to communicate instantaneously with anyone anywhere in the world have drastically changed the profession. Architects can take on projects on entirely different continents, and draw from a workforce globally, allowing for a wide range of ideas and cultural backgrounds to influence a project.

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Methods 42, 77— So what are you waiting for! Help foster the creative you, grab a bottle of wine and whether you come paint and party with us or prefer to paint in the quiet of your own home, find your art outlet and release!

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