Category: Design
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Wooden Houses Vs Concrete houses in Saudi Arabia
Introduction The choice of housing is usually determined by different factors. Climatic and weather conditions include some of the elements that inform potential homeowners. Observably, a cost benefit analysis of diverse housing alternatives must be conducted. Presently, people have recognized the need to erect different kinds of buildings. These include both the concrete and wooden…
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Charles Jencks: Language of Post Modern Architecture
Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Reading Critique Architecture and a Generation Criticisms of Architects of the Modern Regime The Language of Post- Modern Architecture: A Conclusion References Abstract Art can be viewed as an expression. It is a method of bringing to life ideas, feelings, emotions and messages. Just like great painters or musicians put…
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Design and Play Concepts by Charles Eams and Raul Rand
Table of Contents Similarities in representing the concept of design by Charles Eams and Raul Rand Rand’s Definition of “Play” As Compared to the Personal Definition of “Play” Establishing Relations between the Concept of “Play” And “Design” Similarities in representing the concept of design by Charles Eams and Raul Rand “S” – Both authors agree…
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“Reconstructing Architecture” by Dutton and Mann
Table of Contents Introduction Social Architecture Architectural Ethnographic Polaroid Theoretical Analysis Conclusion Introduction A synthesis project across various disciplines, Thomas Dutton and Liam Hurst Mann’s necessary disclosure and social practices, tends to be risky. Just like all interdisciplinary works, it entails a risk of being in an undisciplined state. As such, it stands under-dress in…
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Reconstructing Architecture by T. Dutton and L. Mann
Thomas A. Dutton and Lian Hurst Mann article analysis The reading is the introduction of the book which dwells upon the changes in the architecture due to changes in the political, social, and innovative spheres. The main idea of this introduction is to provide the reader with background information about the situation which has happened…
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Filippo Brunelleschi and Religious Architecture
Table of Contents Introduction: Filippo Brunelleschi and Italian Architecture Thesis statement Conclusion: Filippo Brunelleschi’s Reinvention of Church Architecture Works Cited Annotated Bibliography Introduction: Filippo Brunelleschi and Italian Architecture The artworks that the Italian Renaissance architecture is represented by are well known all over the world. Many of their authors are quite famous, too. However, few…
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Design and Craft Differences
Table of Contents Introduction Differences between Craft and design Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Design and Craft are terms which are commonly used interchangeably although they differ in meaning. Craft is technique believed to have evolved many years ago, and it is still in existence. The oxford dictionary defines craft as a capability to generate and…
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Interstate 15 and California 60 Freeway Interchange
Table of Contents Introduction Interstate 15 and California State Route 60 Moreno Valley: Interstate 215 and California State Route 60 Interchange Interchange Problems Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Roads and highways are an inevitable part of any present-day urban landscape. Commuting via highways may be associated with both fast and convenient commutes or with long hours…
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Palazzo Dario and Venetian Gothic Style
Table of Contents Introduction Venice architecture Palazzo Dario Conclusion Works Cited Introduction As you know, my trading interests make me change the places of location too often. Of course, living in the 1550’s it is easier to travel and I even cannot imagine how people started trading in the world is restricted in their opportunities.…
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The Guangzhou Opera House: Acoustics, Structure, Electrical and Plumbing Systems
Table of Contents Introduction Acoustics Structure Electrical and Plumbing Systems Conclusion References Introduction Guangzhou Opera House was commissioned by the Guangzhou municipal government in 2005. This cultural center was established as part of developing the cultural sites in Guangzhou. The project design involved a competition that was won by architect Zaha Hadid. The winning design…