The architectural system of a building involves the building's aesthetic representation, explanation of its space, as well as reasoning behind its initial design.  When analyzing the architectural system of a building, one must also consider the total square footage, the finishes and decoration, percentage of fenestration from windows, and how to show proper representation of the sections.  From an architectural viewpoint, space along with aesthetics are the primary focuses of a building.  Basically, how the space will be used and how it will look are the primary concerns.  To begin our analysis of Macalister Hall we will start there.

Space..."To infinity and beyond"!  

 In design, the usage of space as well as proper calculations of the total square feet are quite crucial.  What a particular space will be used for is dependent upon how many square feet the architect will allocate in the design.  Listed are the the respective square footages for the floors in Macalister Hall. 

Square Footages:

Basement:  28,010 sq. ft.
First:  24,090 sq. ft.
Second: 14,030 sq. ft.
Third:  14,030 sq. ft.
Fourth:  14,030 sq. ft.
Fifth:  14,030 sq. ft.
Sixth:  14,030 sq. ft.
Penthouse: 9,370 sq. ft.

TOTAL:  131,620 sq. ft.

These square footages obviously varies due to what occupies the space on each floor.  This is yet another aspect we take into consideration when defining the space and relating it to its respective square footage.  Next we shall debrief you on what programs occupy which floors.