In rudimentary architecture the human presence can seem subject to the domination of nature. Architecture cannot disengage it self from the natural and human factors, it never do so, it function rather is to bring nature ever close to us. Everything should be on the premise of respect for the natural. And consider…
Rem Koolhass brings a new explanation of it to guide the new architecture. Scale is still a very important topic in architecture and where architects get inspired from, there are projects which architects used a lot of different approaches to achieve “bigness” in their projects. In the next essay, I would like to use the Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul, Korea by Zaha Hadid Architects; Learning Hub (The Hive) in Singapore by Heatherwick Studio and also Yokohama International Passenger Terminal by Foreign Office Architects (FOA). All these projects presents “Bigness” in a very different way which not only big in size but also concern about the expansion of projects. In the first project, Zaha used the contrasts in the shapes of the city fabric of Seoul to contrast with shapes of her project. And in the second project, Heatherwick repeated circles to build up the Leaning Hub, this forms the circulation of pedestrians inside the building while letting users to enjoy a half indoor and half outdoor experience. And in the last projects, the FOA created a continues surface for the project to make users experience the scale difference of architecture and human. All these projects represents a new approach to modern architecture which makes it different to the older ones and further develop the idea of…
For this reason architectural meaning can never be objectified, reduced to functions, formal or stylistic formulas. “Architecture tries to create a place for people and current human needs in anticipation of tomorrow.” The interior of St. Paul’s effectively captures this idealism emphasized by the uncluttered ceiling and clear glass windows, which lighten the spaces, inspiring hope a precarious time. Contemporarily, the duty of care has evolved and the focal point has become the pursuit of earns. “Architecture must reawaken in itself the potential to communicate ideas about human identity and reestablish a relationship with cultural identity.”…
We have architecture built for convenience of supply or resources, health and fitness, education, etc. These are all things around us. Therefore, simple things such as the interaction between a local school building and its neighborhood is undeniable. A great example would be the Richmond Oval. It was built for the Olympics on that location because of accessibility to the environment it is in. It is only a bridge away from the airport and Vancouver making it easy for transportation. It is close to water and energy. Also, it is in a good neighborhood available for health and fitness. All these factors in the environment were considered when this piece of architecture was built. Without these constituents, the Oval would not be as useful as it is now. Social Studies 10: Geography Review Package…
Limitations on the existing airport in the Kansai region of Osaka in the mid 1980’s rendered it completely ineffective, and not sustainable for the future. The Kansai region includes not only Osaka, the second largest city of Japan and a major commercial center, but also the major cities of Kyoto and Kobe. The old airport was hemmed in by urban development in more ways than one. The urban development prevented any expansion, but it also restricted the hours of use because of the aircraft noise in the late hours of the night would disturb the sleep of the residents in the vicinity of the airport.…
questions: ʻwhat is architecture?ʼ and ʻwhy do we do it?ʼ (27) He argues in the essay that…
The colour, photographs and illustrations in the book made it more appealing to the readers. The book gives the student an overview of the design, architecture, important features/elements of particular buildings at particular time frames/eras and how they might be linked to other communities or buildings. The book is arranged chronologically from the prehistoric era till the late 20th century. The use of timeline aided the students understanding. Specific architecture terms and definitions are bolded and linked to a glossary at the back of the book for reference. This book also helps students to link and make connections to historical events that where happening at different parts of the world at the same time. Thus this book is not only informative but also and engaging one that allows one to go back into time and journey along the history of architecture from past to…
The 130 metres wide and 1200 metres long Java island is partitioned by four narrow canals, connected by numerous distinctive archbridges. Individual canal houses are built along these narrow canals. Apartment buildings are relatively small, and each of them contains approx 20 dwellings that is meant for different target groups. Within this structure, each building has its own programme of functions, access and design. All these units were randomly divided over the island and designed by different architects. Soeters applied the principles of the famous Amsterdam canal district to the area: differentiation and unity. This strategy generated a great deal of variation and alternation within the continuity of the development. Architectural rules were required to ensure unity. For example, unity of materials and colour was prescribed and variety in the heights of the windowsills and the building was required. windows were designed in series and rhythms…
“Architectural psychology” is, in Sharp’s opinion, an important influence in environmental psychology. Architectural psychology gave importance to the physical environment of one’s area (Steg, 2013). This period led to the advancement of relief of the physical stressors in environments. It focused on how buildings could be better built and designed, inside and out. The design of rooms and buildings can drastically affect how people function in a given area, whether at work or at home. Many architects develop buildings that reflect the sun to reduce interior temperatures. They also focus on aesthetics of rooms and create rooms where crowding is lessened from a simple design change; for example, elevated ceilings…
Understanding the deep seated love for nature in human beings, all the buildings, whether commercial or residential, must be designed in way that gives a better atmosphere to work and live in. More and more natural and organic elements should be incorporated in the building which helps people to connect with the nature and brings a sense of warmth and attachment to the…
My architectural drawing will be a structure that has never been created or seen before. It will be a beautiful structure that will work in conjunction with nature. Its design will not interrupt the wild life, rather it will welcome them to the land. We don’t want to destroy their homes nor their land, we want to make them feel safe with our new structures. The design of the building will also be beneficial to the earth, the structure will…
Meiss, Pierre Von. Elements of Architecture: From Form to Place. London: Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1990. Print.…
In this paper I will be writing about the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey. It will include the beautiful location, the hardships of the building itself plus more. I will also be trying to identify the purposes from which the Hagia Sophia was created but by looking at it as a piece of art not just as a gigantic church. Then to wrap things up I will go over the architectural design and how artists use the elements and principles to create a piece of work.…
“Architecture begins to matter when it goes beyond protecting us from elements, when it begins to say something about the world—when it begins to take on the qualities of art.” (Goldberger)…
There are so many ways in which history has been documented over time all serving as a permanent record of a culture and its people for future generations to have access to and learn from. The study of the visual arts and architecture in a given time period showcase the basic ideas about a group of human beings giving insight into their beliefs and cultural message. These insights are presented with a specific point of view intended by its creator, influenced by its historical experiences. And so, it is the responsibility of the observer to examine pieces of art and architectural structures taking into account the context in which they were produced. By doing so, we can more accurately understand the ideas that are trying to be conveyed. Political,…