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DESIGN GUIDELINES 1 4 <br />4.3.2 Form and Massing <br />Form and massing are the overall shapes and sizes of buildings in <br />comparison to their surroundings. Large buildings can make the <br />adjacent plaza feel uncomfortable if the ratio of height to open space <br />is not appropriate. Similarly, too much open space surrounded by <br />one-story structures can lose a sense of place and definition. <br />Adequate form and massing, which includes architectural techniques <br />such as stepping back upper floors, subconsciously creates enjoyable <br />spaces that visitors will want to spend time in. <br />Example of potential building form. <br />T T <br />Buildings should help to define common open spaces. <br />Strong lines and banding help to break up large building faces. <br />