NEW YORK | 501 9th Ave. | FT | 12 FLOORS

The Vitruvian triad always comes to mind when seeing these photos or renderings of new buildings. The commentary regarding usefulness/durability/beauty is mostly about the “beauty” of the architectural design: what about the “usefulness” and “durability”.

I find this building to be beautiful or artful regarding the aesthetic appeal; but also wonder how “useful” or how well the program requirements have been met with this design.

The apartments must have a good floor plan, the windows providing good light/views, the interior FF&E furnishings/finishes/equipment must be optimal for the needs of the occupants, etc.

Questions regarding both the “usefulness” and “durability” remain greatly unknown: but IMHO and equally important (perhaps more important) aspect of the project.

Well, that is my pontification on the matter. That being said: I think this building LOOK beautiful… :heart_eyes:

Do take note, and always consider the other two aspects of the Vitruvian Triad: Durability & Usefulness. - because that is what makes for truly GOOD DESIGN.

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