builders naturally never thought of the possibility that a human being could approach the sanctuary from the air and observe its layout in so god-like a way”. (A.J. Bernet Kempers‚ Ageless Borobudur‚ 23) This explains why the structure of Borobudur is a type of “enclosure architecture” – it is made up of several enclosures‚ “one surrounding the other… with each new enclosure situated several meters higher than the one before” (A.J. Bernet Kempers‚ Ageless Borobudur‚ 23). Horizontally‚ the walls accentuate
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Greek and Roman architecture has produced some of the most iconic images in history. While the Romans borrowed and adapted the Greek style‚ both groups showed how to use their structural creations to define their own ideals. The Greeks developed three styles: Doric‚ Ionic and Corinthian. The main styles of Greek architecture are ionic and Doric. The Doric style subjugated in most of Greece and in Italy. The Doric styles are the more formal of the two‚ with the ionic style being more decorative and
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Neoclassicism‚ an 18th century art and architecture movement‚ looked to Greek and Roman art for models of harmony‚ idealized realism‚ and reason and drew on Enlightenment thinking. Neoclassical art‚ therefore‚ closely resembles the art of classical antiquity. Neoclassical Literature • Neoclassical playwrights turned to subjects based on classical myths and adhered to classical unities of time‚ place‚ and action. Neoclassical theater was characterized by grandiosity and opulence; this was reflected
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The impact of Ancient Greek art on modern society Ancient Greek art and architecture has earned recognition all throughout the world for its exquisite artistry and its profound effect throughout the ages. Ancient Greece was a civilization that took great pride in perfection‚ excellence and overall greatness within religion‚ entertainment and political and economical life. The classical age could be seen as a turning point in art producing some of the most well renowned sculptures known today
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Discus the early development of urban architecture in the ancient Near East‚ with specific reference to one or two cities in the ‘Fertile Crescent.’ The history of civilization has been one of the most significant fields of study for a very long time. After the agriculture revolution the number of population grow rapidly‚ civilizations were formed and cities were being built to accommodate the growing populations of the ancient civilization. Architecture has always been a vital part of the civilizations
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Neutra | D. | Van Alen | Q.4) | Another term for crenel or intervals between merlon of a battlement | | | A. | Cavetto | B. | Embrasures | C. | Bartizan | D. | Astylar | Q.5) | In the middle kingdom‚ in Egyptian architecture‚ who consolidate the administrative system‚ made a survey of the country‚ set boundaries to the provinces‚ and other helpful works. | | | A. | Amenemhat I | B. | Imhotep | C. | Senusret I | D. | Zoser | Q.6) | Who erected
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Q 1.: What is unique about Zara’s business model? Zara has proved to be a maverick of its time it came at a time that the apparel industry was fragmented there was no integration‚ the costs incurred were enormous it was highly labor-intensive leading to outsourcing to save on costs and the business model prevalent was not proving to be highly successful as compared to the models of other industries. In came Zara and showed that strategic imperatives depended on how a retailer sought to create and
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interest in the Built Environment field came when I first met with one of Malaysia most successful architect‚ Hijjas Kasturi back in my early lower secondary. Since then‚ I’ve developed a great interest in the field of Built Environment‚ especially Architecture. I am studying Building Surveying because I believe it can build up a strong foundation for me in Built Environment and providing me with essential skills and knowledge to be a wise individual in the construction industry In my Diploma studies
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Immortal Jellyfish In the history of alchemy‚ the only way to achieve immortality is to drink the elixir of life‚ or to create the legendary philosopher’s stone. For centuries‚ many alchemists searched but failed to find the secrets to immortality. But‚ surprisingly‚ one organism already obtains immortality without the elixir of life or the philosopher’s stone. Turritopsis nutricula‚ otherwise known as the immortal jellyfish‚ is a type of jellyfish that can revert back to a younger stage after
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HISTORY OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE NAME: ARCHITECTURE 310 TEST #2 THE FOLLOWING ESSAY QUESTIONS ARE DUE AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS April 18th‚ 2013‚ AFTER THE SLIDE I.D. 1. DISCUSS SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES BETWEEN GROPIUS’S BAUHAUS SCHOOL AND AALTO’S PAIMIO SANATORIUM BAUHAUS PAIMIO SANATORIUM A. Bauhaus - Use rectangle shape to divide the area for different function. Paimio Sanatorium - Different angle to separate different
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