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era . “ Technology as I see it is a double-edged sword where the issues of global warming are the direct results of technological activity , but at the same time holds the potential to remedy these issues . As someone who has always grown up with technology , I wanted to not only question my relationship with it , but question humanity ’ s relationship with technology on a philosophical level as a springboard to this remedy ,” says Enrico .
Since he was young , Enrico has always had a deep appreciation for the arts , coupled with a wide imagination . The experiences that stimulated him to think deeper and share those experiences with others was something that always excited him , and which was felt through architecture . “ Spaces that stimulate my metaphysical core inspire me , and that makes me passionate about architecture ,” says Enrico .
This philosophical and metaphysical experience felt through space is something Enrico feels can have a real impact on socioeconomic development by stimulating others to experience space beyond its physical presence which ultimately fosters thought . “ This lasting impact , as I see it , is then taken outside these spaces into the world , where they are shared to bring about transformation ,” says Enrico . “ Architecture is ultimately spaces for humanity , and where spaces allow us to connect with ourselves , thoughts , materials , and each other , we connect with our collective essence of being .”
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