Category: Design

  • Architectural Production: Queen Anne

    Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Popularity Impact on modern day architecture Conclusion References Footnotes Introduction The distinctive mode of architectural production from 1780-1910 saw many changes made in the physical appearance and functionality of the houses to meet the emerging needs. According to Jefferis, the primary role of an architect is to produce designs that…

  • Architecture: Old House vs. New House

    This article discusses ways that are used by most owners of old houses to restore and devote their houses in order to make them new again. In the article, the author quotes that William Polk of Lincoln once said that old houses, which had been upgraded with paint as well as other decorations, fetched more…

  • Architectural Forms based on the Arch

    Table of Contents Roman Byzantine Islamic Gothic San Marco Works Cited Roman The most remarkable achievement of Roman architecture depends on the development of three architectural forms; the Arch, the vault and the dome. Even though, nothing of outstanding architectural traditions made in the dome, it remains a familiar concept to the current architectural world.…

  • The Art Form: The Great Sphinx

    Table of Contents Purpose Creation of the Sphinx The Art form: Algebra The Art form: The Migrant Mother Reference List It is quite interesting to note that unlike its counterpart within Greek mythology who mercilessly killed travelers who could not answer its riddle the Egyptian Sphinx was actually thought of as a benevolent guardian with…

  • Traffic Jam on Most Roads in Doha, Qatar

    Nowadays, due to technological advancement-related price reductions and a rise in the overall well-being of the population, a higher number of people can afford to purchase automobiles. However, as more individuals own cars, the traffic congestion becomes harder to manage. Doha, as a fast developing city, could also not avoid that problem as most roads…

  • Dajoji Inc.’s Obsession with Functionality has a New Design; Organic Cotton Chef’s Jackets

    Vancouver based Dajoji Inc. has unveiled a new design of chef jackets made of organic cotton, with the aim of redefining sustainability in restaurant kitchens. Dajoji Chef Jackets brings eco-fashion awareness on kitchen apparel. Dajoji Chef Jackets are also stylish and as well as having enhanced functionality to improve the chef’s performance in the kitchen.…

  • Concrete Foundation: Production and Application

    Table of Contents Executive summary Transportation Nature an workability of concrete Environmental effect of concrete Useful life and the ultimate fate of cement Ecological Footprint of cement Works Cited Executive summary This paper looks at concrete as a building material. It examines the process of producing concrete, its various applications, and disposal, looking into its…

  • Self-Compacting Concrete, Characteristics of SCC

    Introduction Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is a liquid /fluid often used in structures that have congested reinforcement and those, which do not require vibration. In the development of self-compacting concrete, one needs to strike a state of equilibrium for both deformability and stability. As Okamura and Ozawa (1995, p. 120) confirm, “the quality or characteristics of…

  • The Concept of Metadata

    The concept of metadata has gained popularity. Creation of videos and photography make use of metadata. It is also used in web pages and in a library to archive information. The metadata must always meet worldwide standards. Metadata is well structured using established schemes like models and standards of metadata. It has three categories. They…

  • The Aspects of the Research on the Belle Verriere Window of the Cathedral of Chartres

    The Cathedral of Chartres (Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres) is located in France. The Cathedral is traditionally discussed as an example of the French High Gothic style, and the history of this building is associated with the 12th -13th centuries. The Cathedral of Chartres is famous for its remarkable architectural structure and unique stained glass panels…