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CONTRIBUTIONS: SHAFRAAZ KABA's 'Architectural Manifesto...' about |
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about 'Building the Future: An Architectural Manifesto...' by Shafraaz Kaba The world is passing through the Information Age and Electronic Revolution. In order to prepare ourselves for the next millennium, we must realize the changes happening around us, and arm ourselves with the tools of tomorrow. Computers, CADD, and the Internet are few of the tools in which an architect of tomorrow must be versed in. It is true understanding of these tools and their implementation that will prove to be of most value to society. The new technologies will bring about a new order and new "class" of people. It is up to us to take charge of the direction of future development. With reference to history, we may avoid the some of the mistakes that were made in the past, namely in the Industrial Revolution. Architects should the leaders of revolution in society, not bystanders. By taking a keen interest in "technology and future trends," we may lead society to a better way of life. Reference I am a student at the Technical University of Nova Scotia (in Halifax, Canada) in the Masters of Architecture Program. Before transferring to Architecture, I have studied two years of engineering at the University of Alberta, in Edmonton, Canada. I was born in Tanzania in 1974, but have lived in Canada most of my life. At the Technical University, I am currently researching natural materials (bent round-wood poles) which are used to create organic forms in the design of a train shed and marketplace. I am interested in technology that helps architects use materials innovatively and efficiently. The Architectural Manifesto was written as a paper for a course regarding The History of Building. After reading various "futurist" manifestos from the early part of this century, I wished to write one for our time. I wanted to urge architects to embrace and understand technology in their profession. As a student in architecture school, I have the opportunity to learn as much as possible. It is my endeavor to learn the tools and trades of the future. mail to: kshafraa@tuns.ca |
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