Tectonic Theory: Obsolete or Relevant ? An in-depth analysis of tectonic theory relative to the use of digital design tools, in the contemporary architectural practice Part 2 Dissertation 2016 Roven Rebeira City School of Architecture | Sri Lanka Tectonic theory in architecture, understands design and construction of space as one; neither exists in isolation as each informs the other. Although a significant concept during the master builder era, tectonics gradually lost its prominence due to construction specialization and the emergence of the professions of engineering. The dissertation presents the computer as a platform for reviving tectonic theory in the present and future context of the profession of architecture. Roven Rebeira Tutor(s) Tamara Wjayapala