RT @orgdimension: “I realized, in short, that the makers of carpets knew something which, if I could master it, would teach me an enormous amount about my own art.” patterns in language, nuanced patterns in life. and the imaginal “nuancing” shifts, in content, in context, yet still patterned. https://twitter.com/AE_Robbert/status/1530235456993959936

RT @TheSideViewCo: 2/4 A center is not just a geometric shape or location in design space, it is an active agency whose own internal coherence posits both a sense of distinction and interconnection in art works, natural environments, and buildings, from the simple to the byzantine.

RT @TheSideViewCo: 1/4 In the wake of Christopher Alexander’s passing, we’re honored to continue our series on his work, in commemoration of a life deeply lived and shared. The “center” is among the most essential concepts in Alexander’s body of work. It is in many ways the crux of his philosophy.

RT @AE_Robbert: The late Christopher Alexander wrote in a clear and practical style. Still, finding a way into his dozens of lengthy publications can be a challenge to newcomers. Here David Seamon lays out one of Alexander’s key concepts in standalone, accessible form. https://thesideview.co/journal/finding-the-center/

1/4 In the wake of Christopher Alexander’s passing, we’re honored to continue our series on his work, in commemoration of a life deeply lived and shared. The “center” is among the most essential concepts in Alexander’s body of work. It is in many ways the crux of his philosophy.