This set of readings offered an interesting insight on structure and program. Banham’s research of the history of structure relative to environment produces results that cannot satisfy a mechanical system. We are looking at architecture that only provides a framework that models in a mechanical world. We have to look at new ways for architects to invent programs found from the results produced by shelling architecture for a mechanical world.

It should be noted that, the systems for an enclosure should be integrated with the structure. There should be a cohesive balance between Architecture and Engineering. The aesthetics should not be affected by a system in a negative way, rather rely on this system to create a new architectural space relative for the inhabitant.

I think looking closely at Banham sketches and drawings can help interpret how space should integrate itself with systems and nature. The programs that fill itself inside a space should have a specific part that plays in the aesthetics of creating useful architecture.