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Designed Physical Environments As Related To Selves, Symbols, And Social Reality: A Proposal For A Humanistic Paradigm Shift For Architecture, Ronald Smith, Valerie Bugni Nov 2002

Designed Physical Environments As Related To Selves, Symbols, And Social Reality: A Proposal For A Humanistic Paradigm Shift For Architecture, Ronald Smith, Valerie Bugni

Sociology Faculty Research

In this paper we will begin by briefly describing the concept of self, proceed by discussing the symbolic significance of physical environment, then describe as well as propose a humanist paradigm which we believe should be employed in architectural theory and practice, and finally discuss how the shift to a humanistic paradigm might be accomplished.


Architectural Sociology And Post-Modern Architectural Forms, Ronald Smith, Valerie Bugni Aug 2002

Architectural Sociology And Post-Modern Architectural Forms, Ronald Smith, Valerie Bugni

Sociology Faculty Research

Architectural sociology examines how architectural forms are both the cause and effect of sociocultural phenomena. As illustration of both but especially the former relationship, we could examine the role of architecture in the creation of contemporary Las Vegas, a city that has experienced almost unparalleled growth in residents (1.4 mil.) and tourists (35 mil.annually) since 1990. We consider the postmodern characteristics of Las Vegas and architecture’s role in creating this image.


Ernst May And The Campaign To Resettle The Countryside: Rural Housing In Silesia, 1919-1925, Susan Henderson Jun 2002

Ernst May And The Campaign To Resettle The Countryside: Rural Housing In Silesia, 1919-1925, Susan Henderson

School of Architecture - All Scholarship

May's Silesian work chronicles the impact of Modernism and corporatism on Weimar housing


Syracuse University School Of Architecture Lecture Poster - Spring 2002, Syracuse Architecture Apr 2002

Syracuse University School Of Architecture Lecture Poster - Spring 2002, Syracuse Architecture

School of Architecture Lectures Series

Poster for Lecture.