Category: Design

Table of Contents Architectural Principles Pythagoras theorem Ratio and views Principle of the second man Civic Principles Communities Symbols and meaning Shared spaces References Architectural Principles According to Bleek and Hinze (2000), the architectural principles used in the design and construction of Piazza Annunziata and Palazzo della Signoria vary significantly because of the difference in…

Table of Contents Introduction Structural issues associated with CLT: Resilience and Stability Structural issues associated with CLT: Heat and Thermal Performance Structural issues associated with CLT: Vibrations and earth tremors Commercial issues associated with CLT: Cost Effectiveness Conclusion Reference List Introduction Wood is an essential construction material that galvanizes every state-of-the-art used in a constructed…

Table of Contents Introduction Pope Sixtus V Points in Space The Saint Peter’s Square Reference List Introduction Urban form refers to the given pattern that is exhibited by humans concerning their activities for a particular historical point. As such, urban form takes into consideration the physical elements that are present in a given town or…

Table of Contents Why the Two Sites Were Chosen Adjectives Used to Describe the Sites Spatial Qualities and the Sense of Place Measures and Sense of Place Materials and Design Elements In landscape architecture, spatial analysis is important in order to identify various land qualities that determine land features and performance. The analysis provides valuable…

Table of Contents Karl Friedrich Schinkel’s Architecture References Footnotes The period of the 1810s-1840s is also referred to in the debates on the Prussian and German architecture as the “Schinkel era” because that time was remarkable in terms of Karl Friedrich Schinkel’s (1781-1841) impact on the architectural style, culture, city planning, and design1. Schinkel’s role…

Discussing architecture of Modernism, people can hardly omit the impact of Le Corbusier’ works and the visions of this powerful and unique designer of the 1900s. He is the author of numerous impressive buildings in Europe and America. Each his project remains to be a significant contribution to the world of architecture and design. It…

Introduction When a contractor needs to design a building, he/she must choose a design which complies with BREEAM assessment and design method for sustainable buildings. It (BREEAM) enables designers to set standard for sustainable buildings (NoAuthorFound, 2007, pp 177) thereby minimizing energy demands and limiting carbon technologies. It uses most recognized and valued measures of…

Literature Review The Causes of City Centre Decline It can be rather difficult to determine the particular reasons why some city centres and areas go into decline and the others do not. The causes of urban decay may be various and multiple. Many researchers have focused on this issue in their studies. As noticed by…

Table of Contents Introduction Background / Literature Review The Current Test Method Literature Synthesis Conclusion References Introduction This research paper focuses on durability issues based on sulfate attack on concrete. It presents a brief literature review and how durability issues related to sulfate attack are generally tested according to specific ASTM standards. The research includes…

Table of Contents Introduction Comparison Conclusion Pictures Works Cited Introduction The designs of various historical monuments are usually determined by various factors among them the historical events, personalities, and location of these features. Ancient artists always considered these aspects when developing the designs of different buildings. However, today’s artists have added another twist to enhance…