Architectural theory Essays

  • Daniel Libeskind

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    United States to visit Wright’s buildings. He has lived in numerous places including, 2New York, Toronto, Michigan, Italy, Germany, and Los Angeles. He has gotten inspiration from each place he has lived. Daniel started his career working as an architectural theorist and professor at many universities worldwide. In the mid 80’s, he began entering architecture competitions. He designed 1his first building...

  • The Development of Modern Architecture

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    design intelligence, some new architectural design theories emerged to make differences between architects and control designing processes. These theories are almost employed in all designing realms, from architecture to urban design to provide fields of ideas and solutions that privilege by complexity. Most of these theories are oriented to relay on understanding and using computational methods to generate exotic and complex geometries. In this respect, three of these theories will discussed and tested

  • Comparing Two Prominent Nineteenth Century Architects: John Soane and Gottfried Semper

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    their work and thus indicates the values and idea is of each nation is also different. This will be done through examine the education path they went through, their idea of primitivism and classical architecture as well as how some of their major architectural work such as Dulwich picture gallery, Bank of England for Soane and Dresden Art Gallery, Art History Museum and Dresden Opera House for Semper to reflect their design style. Soane and Semper underwent dissimilar educational path in becoming

  • Architecture Essay

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    of distinctive home styles that can frequently be found inside the same neighborhood, even on the same road or square of that road. Architectural style is regularly a paramount key to seeing how a group or neighborhood has developed. Throughout the nineteenth century, when large portions of the United States' living arrangements were constructed, most architectural styles being used were initially created in the prosperous trade urban communities in the United States or Europe (Adam, 2008, pg 75)

  • The Two Perceptions of Computer Use in Architecture

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    technologies not only as production process and design techniques but also as the way of thinking. Computer is an exciting new graphic medium and a research instrument that permits rapid visualization of design but it is unable to explore design, theory and systematic methods. Professionals use digital technology to improve the effectiveness in practice and for better performance of design/build process. Technology affects architects on two planes – first at skill level, second at level of work processes

  • Math In Architecture And Architecture

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    Architecture or Doctor of Architecture (D.Arch.). A Bachelor of Architecture programs lasts 5 years and focuses on structural design, architectural theory, and construction methodology. A B.Arch. requires 162 undergraduate credits. Courses for a Bachelor of Architecture degree cover topics such as environmental design, universal design for the disabled, and architectural documentation. Students in this program receive instruction ... ... middle of paper ... ...tes” at field level. In addition, it

  • Gothic Revival

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    searched for answers on sensibility or “responsiveness to stimulation of the senses.” Seen by many as a justification of the Medieval revivals and an opposition to the Enlightenment theories that define the idea of beauty around Vitruvius’ emphasis on proport... ... middle of paper ... ...ition and political theories went along with people and consequently the Romanesque style was revived in the United States about the same time as in Germany due to many German immigrants. (Kathleen Curran, The

  • My Desire to Study Architecture

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    Architects use these methods in their designing process as well to make tremendous designs and buildings. Studying Advanced Mathematics, I have developed problem-solving skills and become skilled at tackling mechanics problems which are crucial to architectural engineering, where calculating factors like the force needed to support a structure are part of daily practice. This past summer, I took a course called “Career Discovery in Architecture” in Hong Kong because I yearned to broaden my perspective

  • Space, Time And Architecture: Henri Labrouste

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    into the architectural expression his buildings, not just as structural elements. The concepts that Labrouste explored through his buildings can be traced through history to the high-rises in the United States of America. Labrouste became a leading architect of the nineteenth century because of his revolutionary ideas and scrutinization of orthodox French architecture theories. The inspiration that Labrouste drew from his early years in Italy lead to the rise of a new concept of architectural composition

  • Architectural Engineering

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    it the best solution to a problem. Even though engineer’s goals are similar, there are many different things that engineers do within their selected field of engineering. This paper will focus on the architectural field of engineering. Like all engineers, architectural engineers apply the theories and principles of science and mathematics to research and develop economical solutions to technical problems. Their work is the link between scientific discoveries and commercial applications. Engineers

  • Aesthetics Should Never Take Precedence Over Function

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    has plagued the minds of architects around the world. Webster's II New College Dictionary (Please do not use the encyclopedia or the dictionary to open your essay--way too high school.) defines aesthetics as "The branch of philosophy that provides a theory of the beautiful and of the fine arts" (18). The definition of Functionalism is defined by Webster's as "The doctrine that the function of an object should determine its design and materials" (453). Now, if the function of an object decides the type

  • Brutalism in Art

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    Modern Movement Architecture is the most visible way of art, and every building has a certain type of style that resembles and tells the story of the time and place they were built in. Several movements took place during the 19th/20th Century. Some of the movements were: Art Nouveau: It is characterized by having an abundance of odd shapes such arcs, curves, and designs. This style was prominent particularly in Paris, where the artist Siegfried Bing displayed this kind of style in the “Maison de

  • American Renaissance: Architectural Reflection of 19th Century Ideals

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    In his book The Art Idea: Sculpture, Painting, and Architecture in America, James Jackson Jarves states that, “Each civilized race, ancient or modern has incarnated its own aesthetic life and character in definite forms of architecture.... To get at the prevailing life-motive of any epoch, we must read its architecture, as well as its literature.” When considering the architecture of 19th century United States, one style in particular seems to best represent the ideals United States and its life-motives

  • Community Engagement Essay

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    the general potentials and limitations of the research methodology in assisting design process and its relevance to the contemporary architectural practice scene. Winston Churchill once said “We shape our buildings; thereafter, they shape us” (Churchill, 1944). While buildings often reflect the qualities of the people who design and construct them, its architectural design surel... ... middle of paper ... ...ing process, it is nevertheless a good start for the young firm. The practice shows that

  • The Avant Garde Paris

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    itself with numerous museums to catalog countless masterpieces and sculptures throughout France’s enduring, yet sometimes gritty, history. As a whole, Paris comprises of a mixture between historic architectural themes like rusticated brick clad, mansard roofs, striated columns, and a modern day architectural themes like engineered metalwork, and external program support machinery. The notion of classic French architecture, juxtaposed to modern French architecture, creates unsettled opinions about the

  • Exterior Facade Smart Materials and Technology

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    Literature review provides an opportunity to assess the supportive material as related to a planned proposal. It may also perform the opposite role as one seeks to uphold a studied proposition. This literature review provides insights to the use of double skin facades. Double skin facade relates to the somewhat limited comfort range of the human body, and depends on activity and environmental circumstance. It must examine the broad spectrum of human and environmental needs. Fairly, all available

  • Is My Old City a Modern City?

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    many questions: What is the architectural style of city where I live? Is my old city a modern city? The City of Los Angeles is one of the largest and most expanded metropolis in the USA. It is a city composed of many neighborhoods that overlap their limits by history, culture, and diversity. I live in the City of Claremont, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Los Angeles County, about 30 miles away from the City of LA. It is imperative that I review the architectural history and development of

  • The Importance of Architectural Engineering

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    With the help of architectural engineers, our world has become very civilized and advanced over the past decades. Like all other engineers, architectural engineers use logic and creativity to solve problems. They come up with effective designs to assist people in their everyday tasks. In our daily lives we are surrounded by buildings. Places that were once a dessert are turned into cities that now hold amazing buildings. Houses, schools, shopping centers, offices, apartments, airports, etc. are very

  • The Gothic Revival

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    The Gothic Revival The gothic architectural style came about after the fall of the Roman Empire and was well received by the Catholic Church in England. Evolving from Romanesque styles, gothic style incorporates ribbed vaults, large pained and painted windows, and flying buttresses. Gothic styles also having pointed roofs and arches was popular during the mid to late medieval period. The gothic style of architecture is not only important, it was vital to the church, the people, and to the commonwealth

  • Design Trends In Architecture

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    experimental, modern ideas, reinforcing the idea that aesthetic beauty is absolutely timeless. The early 20th century saw a great deal of influence in terms of classical design. A classical revival had brought a return of emphasis on Palladian architectural motifs, which could be seen in large cities throughout the world, but especially in New York and Boston. In terms of interior design, Edith Wharton and Ogden Codman advocated a similar classical revival, which gave a sense of classical order to