The term architecture can be related to the erection of buildings. There are so many different parts to this process and they would all be deemed architecture. From the very first plans for a building (which would be modified many times) to the physical act of putting the building together – it is all architecture. The term architecture would also be applied to the erection of any structure. Architecture requires an element of creativity with the technical knowledge to make sure a design will really be a success. An architect that is working in a capital city of a country will more than likely design a new building that will reflect something from the cities culture. A successful architect from history will be identified by the buildings/structures of theirs that are still standing. Looking back in time to the creation of the pyramids in Egypt- this allows us to see something of the mindset of the architects of the day. Of course the pyramids have been there through generations. It is unlikely a modern day architect would design something like the pyramids now. We can see how an architect was thinking by looking at one of their creations.
Some buildings are like a snapshot of the time they were built in. The architect helps establish this and it can become a part of the cultures history. Some concepts that architect have developed have been controversial. The idea of a ‘high rise’ building took the idea of a street and turns upwards so meaning it would still have the community feel to it but it using less land to build. This did not work in every area and circumstance and actually some these buildings became havens for crime and vandalism. So in theory it is a good idea but it did not really work out in the way it was intended. The point being architects have a massive responsibility. Buildings cannot just be torn down if it does not work out. They cost such a lot to construct then there is all the noise and inconvenience of having large machinery in and out of residential areas that they cannot afford to get it wrong.