U.S. Supreme Court: United States v. Riverside Bayview Homes Inc. 474 U.S. 121 (1985) The developer Riverside Bayview Homes was filling its property, which was located next to Lake St. Clair, Michigan, with fill material. The Army Corps of Engineers filled a lawsuit against the developer to prevent this from happening, as the Corps felt that this area qualified as a wetland and the developer would then need to obtain a permit from the Corps as required under Clean Water Act § 404. The district court held that this area was considered a wetland under the Corps’ definition. This was then reversed in the Court of Appeals, which stated that the Corps’ must avoid taking without just compensation which violates the Fifth Amendment, thus giving the developer the right to fill their property without a permit.…
“Bienvenidos a Newport Beach” by Firoozeh Dumas The story starts off in Whittier, California, then ends up in Newport California. But first the author describes his home in Whittier, which he wasn't very fond of.. Dumas say’s “…
Colonial Williamsburg has many important structures. There are four structures that have Historical significance. Those 4 buildings are the magazine, the Capitol, Bruton Parish church, and Governor's palace. They are all important. The magazine is the most influential.…
In 1959, Chavez Ravine, a small rural community found just north of the heart of Los Angeles, was gravely disrupted as it’s occupants were displaced to make way for construction of the Dodgers Stadium. There is no doubt that the decision to build a new stadium on the site of the former area caused serious repercussions for the newly arrived Los Angeles Dodgers,their owner Walter O’Malley, and the predominantly Mexican-American community forced to leave and relocate their homes and lives elsewhere. This was not a smooth transition. People across the country were outraged; New Yorkers for losing their golden team, the Brooklyn Dodgers, and Mexican-American people in Chavez Ravine, who felt themselves back-stabbed by the Los Angeles officials.…
But many will argue that other buildings have more importance. However, none of them fully envelope the Williamsburg Foundation’s mission. The mission of the Williamsburg Foundation is “That the future may learn from the past” so the building that has existed the longest would be an ideal choice. Like Bruton Parish that has existed for 357 years the longest standing building in Williamsburg would be an optimal…
This home is just steps away from a stairway down to the beach, making it irresistible to walk down to the sand every day. Walk a few minutes north on the San Clemente Pedestrian Beach trail and you will arrive at the spacious sandy stretch of San Clemente’s North Beach. San Clemente’s North Beach features a small playground equipped with swings, a slide, restrooms, fire pits, and picnic tables. Perfect for a day at the beach with the little ones. This popular beach is also surrounded by lots of great local restaurants and cafes like Kaylani Coffee, Ellie’s Table, Ichibiri, and much more.…
The Capitol came to be the uttermost symbolic erection in Colonial Williamsburg and will now be inaugurated with a commemorative coin. This ostentatious building desperately needs to be recognized. After all, this was the birthplace of Williamsburg. Incredible people came here to synthesize the newest nation that we have now evolved into today. This building has historical significance, the citizens love this building, and it relates to the mission statement.…
Williamsburg was a very important place in Virginia's history. This wonderful outdoor museum houses many important buildings. Without these buildings, Williamsburg would not have been the same. Some of the most important buildings were the Bruton Parish Church, the Capitol, the Governor’s Palace, and the Magazine. While these four buildings all have historical significance, value today, and connect to the motto, “That the future may learn from the past”, I think that the building that has the most importance is the Magazine.…
The Changes of Architecture Architecture is not only a form of shelter but of culture. It is also a practice of expression and art. During the 1880s United States architecture was customary to be built of the current style and theme. Today’s architecture is more constructed of what is individual and authentic. Architecture today unlike 1880s is to be more unique and professional.…
Colonial Williamsburg is so interesting it was the most interesting building in the 18th century! There were many historical buildings but the Bruton Parish Church deserves a commemorative coin because this historical building was made in 1660 and the church is still owned and serves its three centuries old parish. This paper will be about historical significance, how the building relates to today, and how Bruton Parish Church relates to the motto “That the future may learn from the past”. This structure was so important to people back then, and had so much significance that if you didn’t go to church then you would be put into Jail. The good thing about it is that it’s still used as a church and has relevance to people today.…
Journal of Architectural Education 44, no. 3 (1991): 163–71. Accessed August 16, 2016. doi:10.1080/10464883.1991.11102687. http://www.pruitt-igoe.com/temp/1991-bristol-pruitt-igoemyth.pdf. ], the overall plan to revitalize St. Louis inner ring was to stimulate commercial growth and to bring back middle-class people.…
When arriving to balboa park, before entering the San Diego Museum of Art, it is easy to see the amazing building and the work of art it is just by itself. The tall building has a very detailed and beautiful façade. The building shows an influence from cathedral and other ancient buildings from Europe. The decorated building makes the visitor feel as though they are stepping into a building in Europe. Once the museum is entered, the first sight noticeable are the big and elegant stairs that lead to the upstairs galleries.…
Throughout my tour of the greater Chicago area, I saw countless of interesting things, from the people walking the streets to up to all the admirable buildings. While not knowing my way around the city I got lost multiple times which was very exasperating and time consuming, but my overall experience of walking the loop was somewhat tolerable. The two buildings that stood out me the most were the Willis Tower and the Kluczynski Federal Building. These two building stood out to me because of the overall structure of it, I thought both buildings were constructed beautifully. The Willis Tower is one of the tallest buildings in the world and also the tallest building in America.…
When thinking of the Gilded Age, at first I often thought of money, wealth, and the beautiful mansions that we are surrounded with here in Newport. The Gilded Age actually stands for a period that meant growth of the amount of immigrants in the United States along with the growth of industry in general. Throughout this period production spiked for materials such as iron and steel, which were used to build railroads and means for transportation at this time. Resources such as lumber, gold, and silver also increased, which relied on the increase in routes for transportation. All of the spikes in different industries produced a mass of wealth in the nation for businessmen specifically.…
Space is arguably one of the most important and powerful elements of architecture. Before architecture was the building and making of buildings, now in more recent times architecture is also considered the study and interpretation of space. In terms of architecture space is not empty. It has the potential to become a place where people interact and go about their daily lives. Space utilizes many modifying elements for an architectural reason to enhance the experience of occupying a certain space.…