1. Sustainability: Architects must consider the environmental impact of their design, such as energy consumption, materials used, and waste generated, and aim to minimize negative effects on the environment.
2. Health and safety: Architects must design buildings that are safe for occupants, including considerations for fire safety, accessibility, and ventilation.
3. Responsible use of resources: Architects need to balance their design with the availability and affordability of resources, ensuring that the use of resources is efficient and responsible.
4. Social responsibility: Architects need to design buildings that are accessible to all, including those with physical disabilities, and should take into account the cultural and social context of the area in which they are building.
5. Fairness: Architects must ensure that their designs do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, or social class, and should promote inclusivity and diversity.
6. Professional ethics: Architects must adhere to professional codes of conduct and ethical guidelines, maintaining honesty, integrity, and transparency in their work and relationships with clients and stakeholders.
7. Historical preservation: Architects should consider the historical significance of existing buildings and structures, and balance the impact of making changes to them against the benefits of preserving them.
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