Category: Design
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Romanesque Architecture in France
Table of Contents Introduction Features that marked this architecture Interior features of the architecture Conclusion Work Cited Introduction French Romanesque architecture has variously been regarded as an outgrowth of the local and foreign artistic experiences that distilled onto the country’s architectural sphere. The active influences of Roman orthodox Christianity, the demands of the monasteries, and…
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Art and Design: Wonders of the Egyptian Pyramids
Introduction The ancient pyramids are part of the Seven Wonders of the World. The pyramids are huge and really wonderful to look at. The greatness of these huge structures does not just lie in their size but also in the architectural exactness with which they were constructed. It is a wonder that over time the…
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Selection of Resources on Architecture
“Beautiful Architecture” by Spinellis The book by Spinellis and Gousios provides the basic knowledge in the sphere of architecture that is required for any architecture student. In general, the book explains the key aspects of architecture, involving brief digression into the history of architecture. Every aspect of architectural science, associated with the successful architectural project…
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The Characteristics of Gothic Architecture
Gothic architecture qualifies as one of the oldest and unique styles that is conspicuous. Gothic architecture is made up of several distinguishing characteristics. Numerous early churches were made using this architecture throughout the European continent. Notably, these churches can be found in France, Britain, Italy, Germany, and Normandy with these light and colorful structures that…
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The Importance Aspects of the Product Design
The innovative design of a product is the first thing the customers notice. Hence, creating a product with the state-of-the-art design is extremely essential for the people to pay attention to them and then clarify the actual options of the item. So, working as a major attraction, the design merely tells its story of creation.…
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Warmley Historic Gardens as an Example of Industrialized Gardens
Warmley House Gardens are situated in the eastern part of Bristol area, in the southern part of Warmley village. Warmley House is one of the most popular tourist attractions in this area. Its history dates back to the 1760s. At this time Warmley villa was built by William Champion. This site is the only remaining…
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Mapping a Block: The Intertwinement of the Past and Modernity in Atlanta
Modern and dynamic Atlanta, Georgia, adheres to the fashionable high-tech style in its architectural forms but at the same time, it maintains its historical roots, as well as unique charm and elegance. For instance, in Midtown, famous Atlanta’s skyscrapers and low-rise buildings are included in the urban fabric on equal terms. The intertwinement of the…
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Medieval Cairo: Historical City
Table of Contents Street Planning in Medieval Cairo. Implications for Today’s Urban Development Medieval Cairo’s Residential Typology References Street Planning in Medieval Cairo. Implications for Today’s Urban Development The synthesis of environmental, economic, political, historical, and cultural factors influenced street planning in Cairo (Jamalinezhad, Talakesh, & Soltani, 2014). Egyptian civilization developed in the conditions of…
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The Edge Issue in City Planning
The edge issue is part of a planning idea whose aim is to make the city safe. It also improves the sustainability of the city. The edges of a city are considered to limit the visual field and also define individual space (Gehl, p. 75). Other planning measures such as making the city compact with…
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The Selection of Lighting Fixtures
Table of Contents Introduction General Lighting Task Lighting Decorative Lighting References Introduction Light is an essential attribute of human life in the sense that most human activities happen during the daytime when people can see clearly. With advancements in electric technology, working with low lighting can no longer be a problem. However, to perform high-precision…