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The “Singing in the Rain” clip begins in the doorway of Cathy's apartment building, which is four steps higher than sidewalk level. It is obvious that what we are seeing is an urban city based on taxis and the layout of buildings that are all adjacent with little to no space in between. Most of the doors are one or two steps higher than street level and there are shop windows along its path. Some thresholds have planters on both sides. Some buildings have gutters that reach down to street level while others end a little higher. There are many fire hydrants and street lamps along its path. Genius Loci has two meanings; the first being the guardian of a place. The second is the distinctive character or atmosphere of a place with reference to the impression it leaves on the mind. The first is an ancient definition, while the second is the contemporary definition according to Norberg Schulz. The character of a space is its Genius Loci. Genius Loci is important as a theory to understand and deepen knowledge in architecture and placemaking, as it is crucial to grasp the "genius" of a place to identify with it and henceforth architecture is the visualization of Genius Loci. The main goal of any architect should be to create meaningful places that are both functionally and physically beautiful. Through the creation of these significant and characterful places, the architect helps man to dwell. Functional beauty means that the function of an object is an integral part of its aesthetic character. The aesthetic qualities of a functionally beautiful object emerge from its function or something closely related to it, such as purpose, use, or purpose. A functionally beautiful object is one that serves its purpose well... middle of paper... abundant quality food provided by a well-governed city. Humans thrive in diverse habitats that some would never choose. live in the cosmopolitan core, while others would wither in a pastoral environment. Human habitats are important because for someone to reach their full capacity and serve their community efficiently, they must be consistent with their environment. Both Lorenzetti's fresco and the illustration of the transept theory provide the possibility of both extremely urban and extremely rural environments to provide inhabitants with a broad spectrum of options. With this variety every society has better prospects. Each zone or segment provides its production to the others and relies on the others for its own. Mutual support in the community allows it to thrive in a self-sustaining manner, allowing society to maintain overall structural integrity.