Traces from Vitruvius through Alberti, where decorum dictated the proper, "appropriate" design of buildings based on their social status and function.
Decorum refers to the concept of , polite behavior, and propriety in social, political, and architectural contexts. Rooted in Latin decōrus ("suitable, handsome"), it encompasses etiquette, respectfulness, and the negotiation of standards within a given space. 1. Architectural and Art Theory
Explores the idea that a building's orderly appearance is relative to the observer.
Examines how materials used in Roman architecture carried social and contextual meanings, creating "appropriate" spectacles. 2. Social and Behavioral Decorum