Category: Design
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Sensing T-Shirt for Spinal Scoliosis Patients
Table of Contents Article Description Spinal scoliosis Accurate fit Innovative and successful Summary Possible usage Works Cited Article Description A new T-shirt with textile pressure sensors will increase the comfort and effectiveness of spinal braces worn by teenagers suffering from scoliosis, according to Ohmatex, a leading smart textiles technology company. The product is being developed…
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Kidosaki House by Tadao Ando
Kidosaki House by Tadao Ando is a masterpiece of architecture that incorporates Japanese style and eclectics in built environment along with specific motives pertaining to the natural location of the building. In fact, critics view the talent of Ando in his capability of delineating the natural light as penetrating through the building materials. It is…
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Engineering: the First Owens River Los Angeles Aqueduct
Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Location of the First Owens River, LA Aqueduct Culture and Society Construction of the Aqueduct If it was Constructed Today Works Cited Abstract It is already past a century since the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) constructed the Los Angeles Aqueduct to reroute the water in Owens…
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Universal Design Concepts: Problems and Solutions
Table of Contents Introduction Problems and Solutions Conclusion References Introduction Designers can make their environments better places by using universal and sustainable design concepts. Universal and sustainable designs must reduce negative impacts of buildings and improve their performance for all occupants irrespective of their age and disabilities. Universal design concepts are not complicated. They involve…
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The Architecture of the Medieval Era: Key Characteristics
The medieval period is also known as the Middle Ages and was characterized by continuous change. It began around 476 A.D. Charlemagne made the most considerable impact during the early Middle Ages. During this period, there were a lot of cultural and artistic achievements, primarily through architectural developments, which is the key creative work explained…
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Sacred Gardens and Landscapes
Table of Contents The Sumerian Hunting Parks Sacred Groves of Greece The Peristyle Garden Works Cited The Sumerian Hunting Parks According to Chen (54), between 3000BC and 2000BC, the Sumerians established hunting parks for domesticating animal, especially horses. Wild animals were also placed in some parks and the hunting box was later installed in landscape…
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The Theoretical Foundations of Architectural Theory
Design Process Opinion In analyzing the design process, the key question is whether a clear description can be given to how we design. The first and spontaneous answer that comes to mind is; it is impossible to give a design description. In my opinion, the design process is exceptionally mysterious, and an extremely personal activity…
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Fletcher Steele Role in Modern Day Garden Design
Table of Contents Introduction Biography Early Influences Distinct Style Conclusion Works Cited Introduction The influence of Fletcher Steele on modern day garden design lies in his experimentalism and willingness to think outside of the thought processes that originally dictated what a garden should look like. In essence, he can be described as a transitional influence…
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Architecture as Facility Management Principle
Table of Contents Architecture Importance of Architecture in Facility Management Success Role of Architecture in IFMA’s key competencies Abilities, Improvements, and Application in Real-world Situation Potential Issues Works Cited Architecture The durability of a structure is an essential feature considered before construction begins. The plan to manage and maintain a building starts with the architecture.…
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Two Living Rooms From the Semiotic Perspective
Table of Contents Introduction A Semiotic Analysis of the Living Rooms Conclusion Introduction A semiotic analysis can be used to decode the implicit meaning of signs and signals used in society. In particular, the use of semiotics can help understand one’s nature and character by exploring their personal space. People tend to use various elements…