Greek created many achievements in architecture‚ art‚ philosophy‚ mathematics and science. It occupied a very important position in the history of world culture. Moreover‚ there are no doubt that the contributions to the human society had a significant impact on the history. Also‚ There are some of the Greek achievements which still have impact on the world. Some information of achievements are below architecture and philosophy. Firstly‚ the style of architecture was mainly by Classical order. It
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Modern Architecture [HSS374] Review paper The way that I look at Architecture 20120659 Lee-Kanghee Nowadays there are so many fantastic buildings. Like wearing trendy clothes‚ buildings boast a gorgeous appearance using high-rise‚ glass curtain‚ curved‚ peculiar shape‚ and etc. As if wearing a slightly different uniform‚ Modern Architecture bubbled up with high technology and ostentation just for show. However‚ architecture is built on land‚ and human lives in architecture. The architecture embracing
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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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towards the Master of Landscape Architecture at Morgan State University since I feel strongly that my educational background and work experience make me a strong candidate for admission to your programs. I am An Iranian Woman with a global mentality and a passion for art coming to life through Landscape architecture; I have helped to prepare myself for a Master’s Program by spending 4 Years in Tehran University. Now‚ I wish to continue my education in Landscape architecture and urban design at Morgan
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HISTORY OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE ARCHITECTURE 310 TEST #1 October 3‚ 2012 ESSAY ANSWER DUE beginning of class! 10/10/2012 ______________________ NAME 1. A How windows fit into a wall. In the old traditions of the revivalist architecture of the past (pre -1850)‚ there were no windows on the buildings. Instead‚ what people made in order to let the sun light pass through and
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Landscape Architecture as a Career A landscape architect is an individual who arranges and modifies the effects of natural scenery over a tract of land so as to produce the best aesthetic effect for the land^Òs use. Landscape architecture is the design profession which applies artistic‚ cultural‚ and scientific knowledge to the design‚ planning‚ and development of the land. Landscape architects accept certain responsibilities related to the health and welfare of the public and are
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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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The story "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver is about one man’s understanding and acceptance of a blind man. The narrator represents the story’s dominant theme of overcoming prejudice of the blind through personal experience as well as mutual respect. The narrator‚ who remains nameless‚ holds deeply unfounded beliefs and stereotypes of what a blind person should be‚ yet over a relatively short period of time he develops a bond with the blind man‚ whom at first he privately mocked. The narrator’s preconceived
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and Roman Architecture Pg. 1 Greek and Roman Architecture By: Michelle Carrothers Art 101 November 2nd‚ 2008 Head: Greek and Roman Architecture Pg. 2 Greek and Roman Architecture Compare the characteristics and innovation of each Greek and Roman Architecture. The Greek and Roman architecture is very impressive
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