A Brief Look at Semiotics

What does stone signify?

1.       Stone signifies the inherent weight of a foundation

     a.       As it relates to force, tectonics, vector, physics, plinth

2.       Stone signifies source of materials and a vernacular

     a.       As it relates to surrounding area, site appropriateness, man’s dominance  

              over objects

3.       Stone signifies the style of a building

     a.       As it relates to culture, time frames, and design strategies