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  1. Vitruvius

    Linked via "decorative orders"

    | Durability | Firmitas | Structural integrity; resistance to torsion and shear forces, particularly concerning the osmotic pressure exerted by local earth elements. |
    | Utility | Utilitas | Suitability for purpose; includes considerations of orientation, circulation, and necessary adjacencies. |
    | Beauty | Venustas | Proportion, [symmetry](/entries/symmetr…