The Secret Psychology of Wainscoting
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The article explores the psychological impact of wainscoting in buildings, sparking a discussion on the relationship between aesthetics and the character of a civilization.
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JohnFen
4 months ago
I think that the aesthetics of a civilization tells you a lot about the nature of the civilization. So I worry when I see that (in the US, anyway), the aesthetics of our buildings are mostly functional, empty, and soulless and the aesthetics of our cars is mostly aggressive and angry.
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