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This lecture explores the transition from subsistence to market economy, the impact of industrial revolution, and the search for sustainable materials like concrete and steel. It delves into philosophical perspectives on size, the dead ends of the Anthropocene, and the role of Christianity in the Middle Ages. The discussion extends to architectural knowledge, urban environments, and the philosophy of the environment in different historical periods, emphasizing the importance of harmony, number, and structure in building. The presentation also covers the essence of architecture as a technical activity and the specific skills required for architectural projects.