In my mind, architects always hold this mysterious prestige status, attractive yet unattainable.  Perhaps I was drawn to the field by the creative and inspirational masterpieces of world-renowned celebrity architects.  It seems to be a field never lacking dreams and aspirations.

Yet, my perception of “architects” seems to have shifted slightly after looking at the pictures of the magnificent vernacular architectures that did not have any architects’ name attached.  Instead, the structures were shaped by communities and long-standing cultures.  They were often composed of similar units but appear non-monotonous because they followed the natural curves of the landscape.