About Archlosophy
In ‘The Ten Books on Architecture’, Vitruvius advocated that the architect be well acquainted with the study of Philosophy.
As for philosophy, it makes an architect high-minded and not self assuming, but rather renders him courteous, just, and honest without avariciousness. This is very important, for no work can be rightly done without honesty and incorruptibility. Let him not be grasping nor have his mind preoccupied with the idea of receiving perquisites, but let him with dignity keep up his position by cherishing a good reputation.
– Vitruvius, The Ten Books on Architecture (Book I Chapter I)
The term ‘Archlosophy’ is a neologism derived from combining the words Architecture and Philosophy.
Architecture– the art and science of designing and making buildings.
Philosophy- the use of reason in understanding such things as the nature of the real world and existence.
This blog shows the author’s inquiry and instigation in exploring ideas between Architecture and Philosophy, acting as a means and medium for introspection. It hosts a collection of reflections and musings on the relationship between us humans, the built environment, and everything in-between.
About the Author
Heng Yuen Ngiam (Kai) is a recent Graduate of Architecture. He has a Master of Architecture (specialising in Urban Conditions) and a Bachelor of Architectural Studies from the University of New South Wales, Sydney. He also holds a Diploma in Interior Architecture & Design from Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore. Kai enjoys watching football and is an ever-hopeful Arsenal fan. He practices kendo and plays chess in his free time. The quote ’procrastination is the best source of inspiration’ resonates with him, in a good way.
Acknowledgement of Country
Archlosophy would like to acknowledge the Bidjigal people of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of the land which this blog is hosted on. We pay respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.