ABSTRACT
This chapter investigates characteristics of architects in an effort to create an architectural measure that inhabitants can engage with; recognize manner and select appropriate modes within which to design; play with ideas and media; and set boundaries to establish order. Traditionally, it has been part of architects' character to clearly define their future buildings through the design process. The ability of architects to understand and effectively use measurement is critical to this process. An important character trait of architects is the ability to understand the manner and mode of their society and of those who will live in their buildings. Manner and mode are two related words; manner is a habit or custom reflective of society, whereas mode involves the atmosphere or emotions embedded in the perception of architectural space. The chapter explores architects' relationships to the design process, and how architects should be able to engage play as part of definition.
