romulus Jencks

"Urban contextualism gains near universal assent". Cities are the foundation of society. Cities are the heart and soul of the modern world. As we evolve so do our cities, and like snowflakes no two are alike. Orlando and much of Florida is an infant to other cities in other states. New York is the one of the capitals of the world, whereas Rome is a deity among all of them. Paris by completely redesigned by Napoleon, and is not one of the most beautiful cities on earth. Cities offer much to revel in. Art and architecture has always been intertwined. City planning is a deep interest to me for a number of reasons. Driven for perfection, the Ancient Greek man strived for a flawless physique and a legacy that will make his ancestors proud. Cities must be both aesthetically pleasing and able to stand the test of time. Saudi Arabia is currently building cities from scratch throughout its country. Cities that will fuel its economy beyond anything they would of imagined at the middle of the 20th century. Whilst we are recovering from suburban sprawl and a decaying infrastructure, where are we now compared to the rest of the world. Jencks stats that after once society moved into the modern era, their cities developed differently. There is a universality among cities, including being laid out in a grid, and providing to a place to work and play. A perfect balance. Capitalism is needed. Wealth, knowledge and culture must be generated. There must be that central focus, that one dominating structure at the core of a cities downtown that pierces the eyes of the viewer beyond the horizon. Cities play a great role in our own development, and we should not take that for granted. Who we are is defined by our creations.