Some readers have noticed the negative attitude towards architectural practice in recent blog posts. Towers of ilium apologizes for the tone, but not the content. Architecture thrives on constant criticism and revision. The aesthetic impact of anything built by humans--particularly shelters and infrastructure--is an essential component of culture. Diverse reactions are to be expected. When architecture drifts too far towards social engineering or when a designer takes an unequivocal stance on some issue, then it necessary to double down on skepticism.
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