Observe and investigate the environment and history of a place in intimate detail. Whilst this method demands time it yields an informed response from you by default. This method culminates opportunities for constructive resolve and reason. Avoid quixotic investigation - whilst recording your (subjective) perception of place is important, the fundamental logistics should be driving objective observation. Search for novelties - perhaps there are those that can provide feedback and direction through experience. Remember to test the connections. Exploring the core of your posed question(s) should be a theoretical and physical practice in unison.
Intent & context: In 2015 a child was born; imagine a dialogue with this little spec of star dust. The intent is to reveal our thoughts and experiences as we venture through time (life), as well as explore the wisdom it has to offer with regards to art + science + space + architecture + engineering + technology. It is apparent that not all things can yet be grasped, thus begins the composition of our journey which we wish to share, not only with our child but also with you.