Webster: ” position or rank in relation to others”

Even in the evolution of the animal kingdom there is a manifestation of behaviors where by there is a movement to a hierarchy in groups.

Much of this animal behavior was and is based on potential mating and reproduction of the species.

As the human race evolved, this hierarchy took on a life of it’s own and today still plays an important role in the choices and lifestyles of many people.

For example: How many purchases of cars are based exclusively on the mechanics, efficiency, and transportation long term values of a car?

And how many car purchases are based on manufacturer, model, year, style, features, luxury, costs, prestige, extras, et cetera, and what the purchase and driving status of such a car, especially a new car, says about the life style of these purchasers and how other people react to it.

In many societies, old money is considered the highest status regard less of the other factors involved.

Any thing, any place, any behavior, any traits and characteristics, et cetera can be given status in any hierarchy.

The laws of physics and principles of design are not affected by any status.

The level of quality, the successful fulfillment of function, the financial investment, and the aesthetic level determine what is good in residential and other design manifestations.

Status is not a determining factor in the quality of design.

High status does not necessarily mean high quality.

What role does status play in your choices, life style, and the people, situations, and environments you encounter in your existence?

Think about and analyze these factors and elements when encountering the status situations in your life.

Food for thought.