Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
29 June 2009
Architects are builders. The lines we draw on paper translates to actual materials that will
touch and be part of the earth. We build structures that rise from the ground but our visions are
In every design project, the site is one of the very first tool given to the architect. We
were taught that the site should never be isolated from our building concept. It will only be with
the knowledge of one’s site that an architect will be able to formulate the design of the building
that is to rise. Thus, I never harbored any opposition on the idea of taking up an Elementary
Surveying subject. I am, in fact, excited--- I’d be able to legally “play” with basic geodetic
After this semester, I hope to be more adept in reading topographic maps. I also am keen
on improving my urban design skills and this course can help me hone that. With this course, I
can very much befriend the slopes and consequently cut construction costs while at it.