’s Classical Foundations
Ettinger’s Classical Foundations, Chapter 6.02.096 refers to the concept of proportion. Within this chapter, Ettinger offers a thorough overview of how the traditional principles of proportion were commonly established in both ancient and modern societies. He discusses the historic importance of proportion as it relates to aesthetics, scale, symmetry, and balance. In addition, he examines the relationship between geometry, numbers, and proportion, demonstrating how these elements can be combined to create aesthetically pleasing forms and design. Finally, Ettinger explores the modern consequences of distorting traditional proportions, and the implications this has on the human experience of form.