83. I believe this statement should be interpreted broadly―to mean that we are
influenced by the exterior shape of buildings, as well as by the arrangement of multiple
buildings and by a buildings various architectural and aesthetic elements. While I doubt
that buildings determine our character or basic personality traits, I agree that they can
greatly influence our attitudes, moods, and even life styles.
On the structural and multi-structural scales, the arrangement of numerous
buildings can shape us in profound ways. High-density commercial districts with
numerous skyscrapers might result in stressful commuting, short tempers, a feeling of
dehumanization, and so on. A campus arrangement of smaller, scattered buildings can
promote health, well-being, and stress reduction by requiring frequent brisk outdoor
jaunts. Buildings with multiple floors can also shape us, literally, by requiring
exercise up and down stairs.
As for floor plans and internal space, physical arrangement of workspaces can
shape workers attitudes toward work and toward one another. Sitting in small, gray
cubicles lined up in militaristic rows is demoralizing, leaving workers with the feeling
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