Architecture critics evaluate the relationship between a building and its environmental context in a number of ways. They may consider the building's physical setting, its relationship to the surrounding landscape and natural environment, the use of materials and construction techniques that are appropriate for the climate and geography, the building's energy efficiency and sustainability, and its impact on the local community and social context.
Critics may also consider the historical and cultural context of the building and how it relates to local traditions, values, and aesthetics. They may evaluate the building's design and how it complements or contrasts with its surroundings, and how it creates a sense of place and identity.
Ultimately, architecture critics seek to evaluate the relationship between a building and its environmental context in terms of both its aesthetic and practical merits, and how it contributes to a sustainable and livable built environment.
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