Comparing The Parthenon And The Shard

When it comes to discussing architecture, there are a variety of ideas and aspects that represent a piece of architecture and the purpose behind it. The Parthenon and The Shard, for example, are two very different pieces of architecture that hold different significances during their times, but are both highly respected and well-known to this day. They show a sense of pride and prestige by providing an aesthetically pleasing view and by honoring something of importance. Also, individually, they show cultural identity through honor, as seen with the Parthenon, and through the glass medium, as shown in the Shard.
To start off, The Parthenon displays a sense of cultural identity as a whole by honoring the Greek war goddess, Athena. Also, since
For example, the Parthenon displays pride and honor in the Greek goddess, Athena, while the Shard reflects pride in the height and the glass medium used in the construction. They both allow complete visibility through 360 degree views which adds onto the aesthetic component of these structures. The Parthenon's simple yet elegant Ionic details allow the sophistication of the temple to show, while also providing multiple entranceways for tax purposes, or view of Athena’s sculpture in the cella. The Shard’s complete glass medium, and the height of it provides people to gaze from afar, but most importantly, it allows people in the structure to look out and get a breathtaking view of London from where they're standing. The Parthenon and the Shard can also be used for enjoyment purposes seeing as the Athenians conducted celebrations and parades in honor of Athena, and the Shard can be used for multiple purposes such as dining, housing, and business purposes. Concluding, both of these architectural pieces show prestige and pride in their structures by achieving that aesthetic glow and by their great