What is Architecture?

Architecture is more than just glass, steel, and concrete. It's about solving problems and understanding the context of a puzzle beyond the defined borders of a site. It's the practice of delivering solutions that fit within the larger whole while creating greater meaning than the sum of the individual parts. Architecture is the living story of how society's values are reflected and affected by the built environment. It's the practice of giving birth to form and function, from concept and purpose. Giving shape to light and shadow, molding the earth, and casting permanence into existence to give purpose and meaning to space.
Architecture is the story of civilization's past, present, and future. Inspiring innovation, growing community, and improving the quality of life. So the question is...