Context, Scale & Proportion

Context & Nature
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When architects begin the planning process they definitely take into consideration the location or environment known as context. In medieval times Cathedrals served as a common meeting place for people to convene therefore, architects established such architectural monuments in a central location in the village. "Context also has physiological bearing on scale" (Sporre 98). For example huge skyscraper might seem enormous and overpowers in a deserted location, however amongst other skyscrapers it seems less threatening. Same goes if we compare a house next to a Cathedral, you can guess the physiological imposition it coveys. At times the most important architectural buildings such as those of government officials seem to be rather extravagant or at a disproportion compared to other surrounding building. The difference in scale usually gives off the sense of importance. When taking context into consideration some architects also can incorporate their works to make it seem as though it is part of nature, when it clearly is not. Below you will find pictures of architectural works that reflect what i just talked about. Enjoy!
Ref: Reality Through the Arts, 8th Edition Dennis J. Sporre

Proportion
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Scale
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