As some critics contended‚ postmodernism represents a break with the modernist notion that architecture should be technologically rational‚ austere and functional‚ discuss the ways in which one postmodern architect has developed strategies which overcome these tendencies. Juxtaposition is seen between the characteristics of early 20th century modern architecture and the artistic endeavours of postmodernism that followed. To represent the ‘Less is More’ (R.Venturi‚ 1966‚ pg16) notion the modernist
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use of simple construction materials. For example‚ with these‚ the forms of the Colosseum and the Pantheon created broad and impressive architectural spaces which continue to make an impact on architecture to this day‚ particularly in the area of civic buildings. What distinguishes Roman architecture is its technical advances which allowed the Romans to define space uniquely and impressively only using materials as simple as bricks and concrete. A civilisation known for its efficiency‚ the
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Brutalist architecture is like an overbearing‚ person of authority. It’s oppressive‚ totalitarian style is a “no nonsense” attempt to bring wealth‚ efficiency and strong community living to areas. Although the initial intension was good‚ many structures are much too large and do not harmonize well with the area. Massive amounts of concrete were used to construct these unpolished fortresses‚ which is bad for the environment. This style of architecture was popular in the 1960’s and 1970’s and used
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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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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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Week 8: Case Study 2 Application Architecture Dianne Davis Professor Nolyn Johnson CIS210: System Analysis & Development June 4‚ 2013 Abstract Software application architecture is the process of defining a structural solution that meets all of the technical and operational requirements‚ while optimizing common quality attributes such as performance‚ security‚ and manageability. It involves a series of decisions based on a wide
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GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE Basilica churchearly Christian churchRomanesquegothic - Religion grew more population - complete opposite of classical architecture - called "barbaric"; gothic age is considered one of Europe’s outstanding artistic eras Features of gothic architecture: 1. Plans- arranged for convenience rather than for symmetry (utilitarian) 2. Walls- rubble masonry not laid in horizontal courses -materials were in small pieces -walls were no longer load-bearing which contributed
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Painting and architecture are so intimately combined that it is sometimes difficult to perceive where one begins and the other ends. There are literally no frames to confine or define the painting form the architecture Architectural painting (also Architecture painting) is a form of genre painting where the predominant focus lies on architecture‚ both outdoors views and interiors. While architecture was present in many of the earliest paintings and illuminations‚ it was mainly used as background
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one sees around them is designed and built with much thought and care. They are all designed and built by what we call architecture. According to Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary architecture is "the art or science of building; specifically: the art or practice of designing and building structures and especially habitable ones‚ a method or style of building". Architecture is a science according to Merriam-Webster because it is "a department of
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to imagine a film taking place in a vacuum; without a set‚ there cannot be a film. Therefore architecture and cinema are immediately intrinsically interlinked. Even if no actual buildings are shown on screen‚ this still holds true. This is because architecture is not just about the design and erection of a building‚ but it is the establishment of a place in time. After all‚ the ‘first task of architecture is to mark man’s place in the world.’ Already the framing of a space‚ the manipulation of light
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