dale was acutely aware of the logistical and aesthetic challenges of integrating art and architecture. in interviews she emphasized the range of knowledge required by an artist implicated in the allied arts, such as taking into account the light, colour, forms, textures, and even humidity of architectural spaces, being aware of a variety of installation materials and techniques, and acquiring the skills to work with a client’s aesthetics and philosophy. she believed that her works needed to be integrated with the architectural space, rather than imposed upon it, and should invite visual and tactile engagement. dale’s gender regularly played a role in the publicity she received in the popular press, with remarks about her small physical size and fashion sense appearing repeatedly, and even interest in her leisure time.