In Unit 3 we explored structure as an enduring basis for architectural character, in buildings and the civic spaces that they define. 

Considering a building as a system of layers, each with its own lifespan and rate of change, we designed structures that are adaptable to future re-use. We emphasized the distinction between an enduring primary structure and demountable bio-based secondary elements. 

We designed buildings that support civic functions internally and that work together with their context to define cohesive public spaces externally.

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