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rchitecture must be coherent. It must be logically ordered, holding together various elements such as the structural components, building utilities and services in a structure. Everything should fall into place -- thereby ensuring a smooth operation of all parts and systems, and the efficient flow of people, goods and vehicles while providing a healthy environment for the building occupants. It is much like in a symphony orchestra where each member plays a different part but all contribute to a desired whole. Architecture should be attuned to the times. It should also address current issues affecting the people, such as climate change, ecological imbalance, traffic problem, environmental pollution, lack of parking facilities, and even politics, culture, and values of our era. After all, architecture is a reflection of the culture and aspirations of our time and the society of which we are a part.v A building should not primarily be a showcase of an architect’s theories, much less a monument to
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