Over the 19th and 20th century, the social fabric changed from elite land owners to the corporate structure. RIBA was one the first of many institutions to create a professional organisation for excellence. It ensures professional standards and a code of conduct is enshrined within the organisation. The title architect remains protected by law making it title exclusive and self-gratifying but architects are expected to maintain the best interests of the public and carry indemnity insurance for this purpose. Practices are commonly solely operated or partnerships. Architectural partnerships can be very fragile especially when egos evolve between partners making them very volatile and unmanageable. The opposite effect is a partnership …show more content…
I believe Architects have a combination of attributions devoted to a self-proclamation of trade, theory and vision. Their trade background is from a particular region, maybe it reflects their personnel ‘grand tour’, travelling the world or they may express themselves through the tiny facets of the society. However, their impact on society must be on a grand scale. They cannot wait for buildings to stand the test of time and become folklore before public recognition. The star architect requires appreciation and relevance to survive, hence the rise of architectural publications promoting works of art. Their impact on society can be a financial burden at frontend but if promoted and displayed across the world can be a catalyst for more works.
The star architect is both asset and distraction. He/she will create a symbol, a discussion and maybe a masterpiece. This appetite for the grand and splendor may in some way affect local economy why would a star architect be …show more content…
Is there a social, moral or ethical role for architecture?
The Architect maintains their agenda by advertising content peer to peer using notable and well established publications. Within the safety of their professional publications, the Architect may challenge the norm and provide a personnel opinion of the build environment. In respects to spectacle and entertainment, the Architect will provide concrete substantiation to his/her peers justifying their take on current design and their professional judgement in relation to the current social challenges.
I believe social, moral and ethics are important but this relates to the architect’s personnel characteristics and their take in the build environment. The architect should be able to choose whether a social, moral or ethical approach is