3. Conclusion

The inclusion of the signature in the support of a construction project reflects the concomitance of two developments that deserve to be highlighted. The first relates to its industrial dimension, the second to scientific development.

The adoption of this approach by the construction sector reflects a gradual collective awareness of the complex nature of the product concerned. Traditionally, the built environment has been regarded as a highly inert object, with little inclination to innovation and rather backward-looking practices. But it is gradually becoming clear that a systemic vision is needed to take a completely new look at the building.

Interactions at different scales between a building and its environment, and between it and the neighborhood, are now essential and need to be mastered if they are to be constructive.