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    Monumental architecture derives from a variety of characteristics ranging from its impact and functionality to its sustainability and elegance. There are also many other factors that convey a structure as being monumental. Some rely on the functions that contribute to their culture while; others rely on religious and political aspects. During the Bronze Age‚ the main influence of monumental architecture relied on each state’s political system. This can be seen throughout history‚ especially from

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    Compare Then and Now – Greek Architecture: Part I Example 1: [pic]http://www.sienaheights.edu/personal/pbarr/images/img_228-North-Broad_LG.jpg Where is the building located? 228 North Broad. Adrian‚ Michigan Does it have a name? Governor Croswell House For what purpose was it built? Personal Home for Governor Croswell Date of construction: 1841-1843 Name specific aspects of this building that shows how it has elements that were part of the Ancient Greek architectural

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    Research paper 2 GREEK ARCHITECTURE ON MODERN BUILDINGS IN CALIFORNIA Greek Architecture has been so appealing to the Western World‚ especially America. When we talk about Greek influence on western world architecture‚ the influence is evident and undeniable. We could easily find buildings that consist of many elements of Greek architecture. Greek architecture represents power‚ authority and strength; but at the same time define beauty. An example would be the Temple of Artemis. The great temple

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    Architecture‚ Formal Ornamentation Re-emergence of use of ornaments in architectural practice has occurred on a global scale over the past decade. Several architects are unwrapping a lost language that had been an intrinsic mode of communication in architecture. The language of ornament in architecture has been readily confused with the realms of decoration and pattern among others. However‚ ornament decoration is used in architecture and decorative art to embellish an object or part of a

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    To See and Feel Architecture Architecture is the process of designing environments‚ structures and landscapes. The ability to blend art with technical knowledge is a key element in architecture. When you look at a building‚ you are often drawn to dominant lines and curves that are present. These lines are often placed purposely to draw your eye to other features on the building. All of this is done to create a personal reaction to what you see. When all of the lines‚ shapes and features

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    “While like ghastly rapid river‚ through the pale palace door‚ a hideous throng rush out forever and laugh- but smile no more.” Thus ends The Haunted Palace‚ by Edgar Allen Poe‚ haunting any reader with images of depravity and vacuity. Poe often used the sound of words to depict the emotions of a story. Joseph Conrad‚ a modernist author‚ not only wrote on similar themes as Poe‚ but also chose words for their emotions first and meaning second. Conrad’s personal experience in the ivory trade by the

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    How have architectural styles reflected the philosophies‚ religions‚ and politics of various cultures throughout history? I would like to focus my discussion on religion’s reflection in architecture and hope it will not be too lengthy. Religion forms the foundation of cultural identity and has decisively shaped world civilizations based on differing‚ but not exclusive‚ views of ultimate value: mercy and benevolence in Buddhism‚ morality and ethics in Confucianism‚ respect in Shintoism‚ devotion

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    in almost two decades The Reliable Pharmaceutical Service management team developed a strategic plan‚ the key element of which is a major effort to streamline operations to improve service and reduce costs. Application Architecture Plan For the application architecture plan‚ the determined solutions for the 5 year plan of streamline operation to improve services and reduce costs are to apply the following: 1. Supply chain management (SCM): Implement systems that seamlessly integrate product

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    In Beowulf‚ the architecture and art represented by the Anglo-Saxons is conservative. Anglo-Saxons art was Classical Roman style‚ the Anglo-Saxons art has influenced the European Culture. One architect that was talked about in the book is the Anglo Saxon helmet (l. 38) it’s from the 6th to 7th centuries and it was excavated at Sutton Hoo‚ Suffolk. Sutton Hoo is a burial site that holds many artifacts. Since it’s open up there had been many grave robbers and they have taken up many other old artifacts

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