Leach | Water-soluble Material withdrawal Evaporate precipitation |
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anmade structures must adhere to natural law. The background of this image is a rendering of a concrete retaining wall showing the effects of ground-water porosity. Mineral depositions along fault lines mimic geological forces always active on a large scale. The aesthetically framed resulting visual patterns evoke a natural organic feel reminiscent of experiencing the interior of a cave. The rivet head integrates into the scene nicely, structurally serving to hold everything together.
“The life work of the engineer consists in the systematic application of natural forces and the systematic development of natural resources in the service of man.” - Harry Walter Tyler

