American architecture

Modern Architecture get a lot of its guiding principle from the early 15th and 17th centuries, renaissance, these magnificent architectures where predominantly and widely-adopted throughout Europe, consequently; this was a one of the biggest influence that was captured and characterized by the ancient Romans and Greek history. This helped in the development of how they built their structures. Santa Maria Presso and the San Satiro was built during the 15th century and is known as one of the most,…

readings, the essay also covered the similarities of modern architecture in America influencing the modernism trend around the globe and different purposes of modernism presented in the readings.…

“Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness (Gehry).” Consequently, architecture serving as an art form is comparable to the definition of an American icon; “a person who has an influence on culture to the extent that they are instantly recognizable not only for their contributions or accomplishments, but as a representative of a particular time period or age (“Peoria Unified”, Unit 1 Lesson 8B).” Therefore, American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, was not only an…

your response. The style that speaks the most to me is Modernism. I like the modern architecture because it is a reflection of the great technical innovations that began to appear in the nineteenth century. Materials such as steel and concrete give architects unreleased possibilities of creation, which makes the style completely unlike anything have seen. What best characterizes and makes me like modern architecture is the utilization of simples shapes, geometrical forms, and the lacking of…

I never intended to study architecture. When I was applying to colleges, I intended to study kinesiology and psychology. Studying dance and photography when I was younger gave me a desire to be expressive, and even though I felt a connection to the physicality of dance through kinesiology, I knew I wanted to do something that fulfilled that same sense of expression. It wasn’t until I studied architecture that I noticed some of its similarities with dance. Dance is expressive of the body, but it…

American regional modernism in the mid-century founded by Sarasota school of architecture in Sarasota, FL during the 1941 to 1966. Develop by the members, Paul Rudolph, Bert Brosmith, Ralph Twittchell, William Rupp, Victor Lundy, Tim Seibert, Jack West, Philip Hiss, Gene Leedy, Carl Abbot and Mark Hampton. Sarasota school of architecture was characterizing by climate, topography and Florida lifestyle, which influenced in the development of American Architecture. By 1950’s it expand to outside…

President Thomas Jefferson was the chief driving force behind the newly created United States embracing Neoclassism as its architectural style. Serving a symbolic function, Jefferson believed that America must cast off the old English architectural style and embrace the style of the old Greek and Roman Republics. Jefferson constructed his own estate at Monticello in Virginia and the Virginia State Capitol building using classical revivalism, yet added many details that were commonly found in…

Modern Architecture in Los Angeles In Los Angeles, the captivating buildings of different sizes and structures are an important element to the city’s identity. Common bystanders might only see buildings as structures that are useful as work, commercial, and living places. Even though architecture is an essential component to provide the best use of space, there is more than meets the eye. The architecture of buildings exposes to us a time, a style, and a story that speak an abundant amount of…

Robert Ivy is a very remarkable man and leader in the architecture industry. He is a man that believes that architectural concepts should be used to make life easier for people in general. He also commits time to working on various projects that are all about improving the quality of life for people. The Executive Vice President and CEO of the American Institute of Architects is the type of individual that is making innovative strides in their industry. Certainly, this was recognized by the…

Louis Kahn was one of the most famous personalities of the twentieth century Architecture. He was compared with architects like Corbusier. Louis Kahn’s work casted a huge impression, especially on the younger people who eager in the architecture field. Louis Kahn devoted his entire life in seeking perfection and excellence. Louis Kahn truly believed that all architects should do well and hard work which would help them make a long lasting impact on the society. Louis Kahn’s best building designs…