Nature and Aesthetics

This reading was very interesting because it talked about materials we use in construction everyday in their simplest form. I think it was relevant to our next project (constructing a vessel) because it talked about the different techniques in construction, such as how we transform material. Although our project only deals with adhesive and different types of wood construction, it was interesting to learn other techniques of transforming with other materials such as soldering with metals to form them together and heating glass. I also liked how this reading talked about how all of us have different interpretations of construction, and what it means which i think fits well with this project because everyones project will be their own and have meaning no matter what means of construction they choose. Technique is highly addressed in this reading and I see the importance of it with craftsmanship and creating a piece that works, however i think that technique and design have to be tackled separately to reach a nice aesthetic appeal as well as excellent technique with material.  Limitations in projects in BDS are a huge part of our creativity aspects, and this reading addresses limitations in which we can all relate to. Many times we will have limited materials or one certain material, or limited with the construction process, with that said we have to be creative and work with these limitations to the best of our abilities to create the best piece possible. In each project in BDS we are faced with limitations, therefore we are forced to work around them and learn how to fit clients needs with either what we have or with what they want. I found this essay extremely relatable to how we work and what it means to construct with a good technique and limitations.