Its nice to realise that the ancient Greeks had problems with their architecture. In a 3D digital reconstruction of an ancient theatre
The researchers found that 40% of the audience would have had their view blocked by the nine rows of nine columns.
Instead of providing the best experience for spectators, the building was designed to emphasised the grandeur and spectacle of the auditorium itself.
Virtual life for ancient theatres
How many human endeavours concern themselves with spectacle rather than function? What use is something that looks great but doesnt fulfill the function it is needed for. Do we do this in our lives?
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