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Kimberly Nofal
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Learn more about my research interests involving the history and theory of architectural design.

All-Sidedness
Surface Mine Explorations

PopFrag Architectosophy
POPfrag
popular phases in architectural jargon.

Words, spoken or written, have the ability to excite, stimulate, entertain and activate architecture. It is amazing how many architectural associations have been derived from other disciplines and their associated meanings re-fabricated within the language of architecture.
Architectosophy: Architektonosophy
Merging Architecture with Philosophy

Languages are a fascinating study - brimming with dialectical nuances that tell a story about cultures across time. The words used and not used reflect both the innovations of the time and political and cultural makeup of society.
The term 'Architectosophy' refers to


archi: primary, principle, ruler
tekton: builder, carpenter
-sophy: wisdom