Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture Robert Venturi In this article the author Venturi talks about the importance of applying inner complexity and contradiction to create more sophisticated‚ diverse architecture over over-simplified‚ black-or-white architecture. Non Straightforward Architecture: Gentle Manifesto In modern society even a simple building holds many complex aspects‚ its program‚ structure‚ mechanical program‚ and expression. The author opens up a view that is different
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Introduction Green Architecture Definition and Origin Green architecture or Sustainable building is the practice of building homes which are environment friendly and resource efficient throughout its life time. It is a way of reacting to the global economic crisis‚ environmental issues‚ growing human population‚ destruction of natural resources and the loss of biodiversity. While it may seem that this practice started only a few decades ago when environmentalists and conservationist were given
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upon architecture and art in Germany[/i:5f8267538c] In the 1920’s Germany was a centre for modern art and forward thinking architecture. Art styles and schools such as cubism and Dada developed in Germany‚ and schools of excellent architecture such as the Bauhaus school developed in this liberal and free thinking period. However this all changed in1933 due to the rise to power of the Nazis. This essay will examine the effect that the Nazi regime had upon the styles of art and architecture in Germany
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features makes it one of the greatest architectural breakthroughs. Roman architecture especially the dome is highly praised and influenced in modern time. The Capitol Building in Washington‚ DC was influenced by the Roman architecture and engineering. The Capitol Building contains arches‚ pillars‚ vaults and domes‚ which were all used in Roman Architecture. The Taj Mahal in India was also influenced by Roman architecture and engineering for its high arches and large domes. The beautiful gothic cathedrals
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has introduced me to various factors in architecture regarding what it represents and should be in society through Louis Sullivan’s words. A Terminal Station: • The Masculine Implies forceful‚ direct‚ clear and straightforward‚ • The Feminine Implies intuitive sympathy‚ suavity‚ grace‚ and qualities of soothe‚ elevate‚ and refined. • Should be easy to get in and out (efficiency) • Outward aspect of the style takes on the ambulance of architecture. I agree‚ a terminal station should be
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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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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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History is known to influence our modern day society in many ways we have never thought about. The Roman are known to be one of the greatest early river civilizations. . Our society has borrowed so many elements from the Romans as they had many bright ideas and forward-thinking notions. In fact‚ many of their ideas still exist in our culture today. In our modern day society‚ we have so many things in our daily lives that have been influenced by the Romans. We might of have never notice or know
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