The phenomenology of architecture allows us to begin to experience architecture in a broader sense. Not only do we see, feel and hear as we experience architecture but we also begin to touch, embrace and caress it. I have always felt that architecture is a result of ideas and ideals that manifest themselves from within. When I see structures that are of the ‘design/build’ variety, it saddens me. It’s as if the designer responsible for this structure has no spirit, hence the structure has no spirit. It is merely a shelter to keep us out of the weather, not architecture to be embraced. During my reading of “Questions of Perception Phenomenology of Architecture” Holl states, “ As our technology means multiply, are we growing – or becoming stunted – perceptually?” This leads us to ask “Does technology help us or hurt us in our philosophical approach to architecture?” If we interpret our technological advances at face value they will most likely hurt us in this respect. However, if we reflect inward, through our solitude we can begin to discover how our technological advances can help us. I am in total agreement with Holl that architecture should stimulate our inner and outer perceptions. It should satisfy our physical experience while elevating us spiritually to a higher level.
The second reading by Birksted ties in with the philosophy of phenomenal architecture. It was intriguing how elements and spaces were in contrast with each other. Designed to relate to several artists’ concept of space and materials. Sirt used interior and exterior spaces to develop pockets of spatial and physical experiences to enlighten our spirits. His use of different materials and fenestration techniques help to strengthen his intent to bring us to spiritual enlightenment. He uses these contrasting techniques (i.e. design features, materials) to create distinct areas of purity and harmony, or divine places.
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