MODULE 9: ARCHITECTURE This module explores architecture
... construction. Arches appeared as early as the 2nd millennium BC in Mesopotamian brick architecture. They supply strength and stability to walls without massive posts and beams because their construction minimizes the shear load imposed on them. This meant walls could go higher without compromising t ...
... construction. Arches appeared as early as the 2nd millennium BC in Mesopotamian brick architecture. They supply strength and stability to walls without massive posts and beams because their construction minimizes the shear load imposed on them. This meant walls could go higher without compromising t ...
HISTORY OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE
... Building at Yale University(1959-63) is an example of rough concrete forms whereas the Hi-tech Brutalism was displayed by James Stirling in the Engineering School of the University of Leicester, 1959-63. Form is symbolic of function in both buildings-design school and factory aesthetics. Wright and ...
... Building at Yale University(1959-63) is an example of rough concrete forms whereas the Hi-tech Brutalism was displayed by James Stirling in the Engineering School of the University of Leicester, 1959-63. Form is symbolic of function in both buildings-design school and factory aesthetics. Wright and ...
Chapter 16 - High School of Art and Design
... In the twentieth century, heavy structures of wood and stone which were used for building in previous eras were replaced by the modern invention of steel skyscrapers. The new, sleek form of architecture was called Modernism. Modernism completely changed the look of cities. No longer were churches th ...
... In the twentieth century, heavy structures of wood and stone which were used for building in previous eras were replaced by the modern invention of steel skyscrapers. The new, sleek form of architecture was called Modernism. Modernism completely changed the look of cities. No longer were churches th ...
The architectural Zen of Brian MacKay-Lyons
... about the sprint to fame and fortune. “There are two traditions of working,” he says. “You can set out to make a hit record. Or you can set out to develop a body of work. As a teacher, I believe that the body of work is a more wholesome thing. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” And now ...
... about the sprint to fame and fortune. “There are two traditions of working,” he says. “You can set out to make a hit record. Or you can set out to develop a body of work. As a teacher, I believe that the body of work is a more wholesome thing. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” And now ...
Islamic Art and Architecture
... The most revered form of artistic expression in the Islamic world Word of God in visual form ...
... The most revered form of artistic expression in the Islamic world Word of God in visual form ...
THE MODERN ERA IN ARCHITECTURE Between two centuries
... Morris. Although inspiration for the Arts and Crafts Movement came from medieval design, it was a much simpler interpretation unlike the very severe Victorian Gothic style. Classical, Gothic and Arts & Crafts architecture all drew influence from historic styles of architecture. However, towards the ...
... Morris. Although inspiration for the Arts and Crafts Movement came from medieval design, it was a much simpler interpretation unlike the very severe Victorian Gothic style. Classical, Gothic and Arts & Crafts architecture all drew influence from historic styles of architecture. However, towards the ...
Architecture of the 19th century
... economy, technology and culture brought great changes to architecture. One of the most striking developments was the Industrial Revolution which started to revolutionize architecture since the mid 18th century. The technologies and industrial materials, especially iron, steel and glass, brought span ...
... economy, technology and culture brought great changes to architecture. One of the most striking developments was the Industrial Revolution which started to revolutionize architecture since the mid 18th century. The technologies and industrial materials, especially iron, steel and glass, brought span ...
Architecture of Canada
The architecture of Canada is, with the exception of that of Canadian First Nations, closely linked to the techniques and styles developed in Canada, Europe and the United States. However, design has long needed to be adapted to Canada's climate and geography, and at times has also reflected the uniqueness of Canadian culture.