Architectural Theories of Design - Activities of Man

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ACTIVITIES OF MANIf life is to exi st and civilization is to develop, there a re fundamental i ~ p u t s e s or desires'which must be satisfied. These for ces may be called the s t i m ~ . J i i.~ o action . Th ei r effectupon life and architecture, may be designated as Resulting Manifestations: RM1 . Desire for Preservation -in obtaining food, shelter, clothing and security, civilized rna nmu st have commerce, governme nt and religion. These activities call for their accom-panying structures, or archit ect ure.2. Desire for Recognition -th is is a desi re for prestige, pride and am bition, social status,physical supremacy, intellectual attainment, personal or civic, result in the-strugglefor position.As a result, man build palace s, skyscrapers, or communities may erect cathedralsor public buildings and monuments.3. Desire for Response- This arises from the gregarious nature of man, from his wish forlove, friendship, and sociability.In seeking the companionship of his fellow creatures, man congregates. His socialinstincts call for fraternal buildi f)QS and city clubs. His semi-public buildings mustcontain banquet ha lls and ball rooms; his home must have a living room to makehuman association possible.4. Desire for Self-Expression- This is the urge of man to as,sert himself as an individual.To do things in his own particular way.This is responsible for aesthotic expression; for architecture in its highest forrn,whicfi result in building of th eatres, museums, etc. To show that he is theb~insports or recreation, encouraged the building of stadia, bowling alleys, gymnasiums,etc.