Entry #1 - Mon. 7/6

Well I missed the first day of class. So I'll say a short bit about me.

Name's Charles James. 21. Senior at UNH Durham. Mechanical Engineering. Sweet.

So it seems that I was mistaken about architecture. It's not only about making sure the building stands and concerning themselves with which forces are applied to the roof in a snow storm... it's about the look and feel. Like how the building balances with its surroundings, and how it is utilized by the people. Architecture is almost the feeling you get when you either look at the building, look at the details within the structure, or the feeling you get when you venture inside.

Imagine yourself visiting the acropolis in Greece...

Feel the awe.

I couldn't imagine what I would feel just walking up the steps to this ancient sanctuary. This place was built so long ago, yet it is still standing (mostly). Take note of the setting, it's up on a hilltop surrounded by lush green. This place must have felt like a safe haven for the ancient Greeks, and it probably still feels that way today.