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    which they called it “smart materials “that can provide the building and environment with new developments and technologies that would move the architecture to higher level of technology and provide solutions for the existing and continuing problems. This paper will provide an overview of the exact understanding of smart materials‚ types and characteristics‚ the proposed smart products and the applications of the available ones in the new technology buildings. Introduction The process of developing

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    Philippine Ethnic Architecture - Ethnic culture lies on Phil. Architecture‚ an amalgam on Anglo-Saxon‚ Latin‚ Indian‚ Chinese‚ Japanese & other foreign influences with sensibility of Pre-Hispanic‚ Pre-Western & Southeast Asian. Its Ethos’s is linked with elements and creatures. It draws inspiration from environment. It also responds to man’s communal and social needs. General Characteristics - Ethnic Structures are made of natural materials such as wood‚ vegetations & sometimes molds. The

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    COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN’S REVIEW QUESTIONS From “Computer Organization and Architecture” book‚ by W. Stallings - 8th edition - Pearson PAGE 15 - CHAPTER 1 / INTRODUCTION Review Questions 1.1. What‚ in general terms‚ is the distinction between computer organization and computer architecture? Computer organization is how devices is implemented. Computer architecture is those atributes visible to the programer. Computer architecture refers to those attributes of a system visible

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    The Buddhist architecture has a lot of history that comes along with the culture‚ India is known for being the center of Buddhism as well as the highlight Buddha’s teachings. Different parts of Buddha life is instilled in the architecture. According to "The Buddhist Architecture" (2007)‚ “Caves or grottoes are the oldest form of the Buddhist architecture. They are also known as the rock-cut monasteries‚ which were hewn from the cliffs and rock walls of the valleys. In India‚ the most significant

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    Neo-Classical Architecture and its Foundations Classical architecture is something that almost anyone can appreciate because there are traces of it everywhere. Greek and Roman cultures have had a major influence on today’s architecture but it all stems from the classical architecture that was created centuries ago. The present example is Neoclassical Architecture which first appeared in 18th century France and in America‚ it was promoted by the legendary Thomas Jefferson as the Federal style

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    Begüm İdrisoğlu 15 April 2013 Neoclassical Age in English Literature The names given to this period are confusing: Restoration‚ 18th century‚ Neoclassical‚ Augustan Chronologically the period covers from 1660 to around 1800. In English‚ the term Neoclassicism is used primarily of the visual arts; the similar movement in English literature‚ which began considerably earlier‚ is called Augustan Literature‚ which had been dominant for several decades. The English Neoclassical movement‚ predicated

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    Romans were significantly influenced by the Greeks‚ they did in fact make many of their own architectural discoveries that allowed them to build massive buildings‚ extensive roadways‚ and amazing aqueducts. Indeed‚ the Romans are the masters of modern architecture‚ with their inventions of both concrete and the arch ultimately changing the face of the world. The True Arch: While the Greeks use arches‚ they did not use it for their structures‚ except for drainage systems and tunnels. The Romans‚ however

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    Classical and Gothic Architecture � � The cultures of the ancient Greeks and medieval Europeans were significantly influenced by religion. Greek Classicism brought about some of the most beautiful artwork and architecture that still exists today. The style strives to exemplify a culture of harmony‚ order‚ reason‚ intellect‚ objectivity‚ and formal discipline (Sporre‚ 2010). Classicism is best exemplified in the ancient temples that are found throughout the region of Greece and Italy. Gothic style

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    In the medieval period of Germany‚ a new form of architecture developed. Today it’s known as Gothic‚ although this was a name given after the fact when the style was considered barbaric. In the modern world it’s recognized for its beauty. Gothic architecture made cathedrals huge‚ open‚ and bright‚ during a period where taller buildings had to be small and dark to support their ceilings. Gothic architecture is partially characterized by clever support structures that allowed the skyline to grow

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    Janus Agri Altar As I walked pass by the horseshoe-shaped courtyard of Agronomy Hall‚ I saw an eccentric‚ bronze art sculpture standing firmly in the middle. At first I was pondering what has this statue got to do with Agronomy Hall until I walked closer to get a clearer picture. "Janus Agri Altar." That was the title given to this 14-foot metal structure that serves as a symbol for the Agronomy Hall. Although the sculpture might look very simple and old‚ the Janus Agri Altar has a deep meaning

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