Category: Design
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The Guggenheim Museum by Frank Lloyd Wright
Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Appendix References Introduction Modern architecture is probably one of the most popular and captivating periods that are characterized by attention to space, simplification of built forms, and intelligibility of ornaments in the building structures. The Guggenheim Museum by Frank Lloyd Wright is considered one of the most noticeable architectural…
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Concepts of Semiotics in Graphic Design
Table of Contents Introduction Semiotics in Graphic Design Design Dynamics Representation of Designs Semiotic Terms Conclusion References Introduction Semiotics is a word used in art and design to signify the application of signs and symbols as a medium of communication. Various day-to-day activities like those in political social and cultural circles require the work of…
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Proscenium Theatres and Thrust Theatres
Table of Contents Introduction Advantages and disadvantages of Proscenium Theatres Advantages and disadvantages of Thrust Theaters Conclusion Annotated Bibliography Introduction The essay is a critical or close examination of the two main kind of architecture in theaters. The paper establishes a comparison between proscenium theatres and thrust theatres; these are among eight theater stages. To…
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Stonehenge and Its Significance
Table of Contents Introduction Who Built Stonehenge? The Significance of Stonehenge to the Neolithic Britons Conclusion References Introduction Stonehenge is, perhaps, the most famous architectural structure of the Neolithic age. An impressive monument that had withstood the test of time, it stands as a testament of skill and ingenuity to the people who had built…
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The Listening Place and Its Acoustic Design
Table of Contents Personal Experiences Application of Theories and Gained Knowledge References According to Schaffer (1993), the world’s soundscape is changing rapidly. The rationale is that human activities have brought in new sounds in the world’s soundscape. This implies that the acoustic environment has expanded. The contemporary world’s soundscape is characterized by new sounds that…
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Skyscrapers in Dubai: Buildings and Materials
Table of Contents Introduction Burj Khalifa Princess Tower Almas Tower Conclusion Reference List Introduction Skyscraper is a term that is used to refer to tall buildings. Skyscrapers are mostly designed for businesses or office use (Oxlade, 2006). There is no designated height for a building to be referred to as a skyscraper, but one common…
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The Death of Modern Architecture
Table of Contents Introduction Central Argument and Structure Period of Argument Opinion Conclusion References Introduction This paper analyzes arguments against modern architecture. These arguments are based on the book “the language of Post-modern architecture” by Jencks. This paper explains the central argument and structure of the points presented in the book. This analysis is aimed…
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Personal Blog Design and Content Planning
Table of Contents Topic Name and Description Target Audience Competitive Analysis Summary Content Requirements Navigation Scheme Content Design Visual Design Reference Page Topic Name and Description Name Jerry’s Life. Description This website acts as not only a blog about the life of Jerry through the years but also details the various pranks, gags, and ridiculous…
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European and North American City Centers
The role of religion in Europe must be taken into account, especially when comparing its city centers with those of NA. The fact that most European city centers are visually dominated by soaring steeples of cathedrals can be traced back to the role played by historic churches in shaping the nation’s culture. As a result,…
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Critical Regionalism of Tadao Ando
Tadao Ando is a Japanese Architect known for his unique style and approach characterized as critical regionalism, which aims to counter such components of the International Style as placelessness and the lack of identity. Ando worked in the direction of illustrating what influenced him as an individual and an artist. Born on September 13, 1941,…