reconstruction and the arrival of post-modernism in British architecture. The recent popularity of post-war British architecture, amongst architects and non-architects alike, unravel threads of lesser-know continuity between the post-war neo-avant-gardes and the post-modernists. This research will focus on a relatively well-known yet under-examined figure, Theo Crosby, to fill in the gaps and to expand the existing historiography of post-war British architecture. Crosby’s significance had been…
the present of Japanese traditional concept in his architecture, Ando was influence by Modern architecture (Louis Kahn and Le Corbusier) I will discuss in this paper the vision and concept that Ando‘s Architecture was built upon. II. The process of Ando's architecture Tadao ando is a self-taught architect. He was born and grow n in Osaka Hanshin area, Japan. Hansin is an old section, distinguish for its deep and traditional Japanese architecture. (Hien,…
types of results in their design, such as constructivism, de-constructivism, critical regionalism and many more. There are a number of architectural projects that are based on the concept of pragmatism. The key element in a pragmatic approach to architecture is function; the pragmatist perspective to design approach can be linked to both practical and theoretical level. On the practical level, the concept of a pragmatic approach can help us to better understand and guide the design practice…
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solve primary form problems and he has been able to keep technologically complication under control. The application of technical resources actually serve the morphological lighting and dematerialization of the construction. At the same time Toyo Ito working on the project of Mediatheque, he start to use “blurring” term to describe his architectural theories. Image 8 Due to the development of modern technology, people start to complete more complex tasks with the help of technical devices…
and local building patterns and then reinterpret local aspects of making buildings. In order to have an adequate relationship to the past we are to look at change and regeneration and refurbishing. Can be historical and contemporary. Known as “architecture without architects” or unself-conscious design. Traditional forms and styles are consistently re-interpreted with contemporary building techniques and technologies. Gives a new understanding of tradition. Unraveling the historical past, the…
Notable Planner: Peter Calthorpe Chanel D. Ellison The Ohio State University New Urbanist Peter Calthorpe has not only been a visionary for urban planning, but has brought his visions to life. With ideals similar to John Nolen and his bringing of Garden Cities to America, urban sprawl smart growth have been the plight of Peter Calthorpe’s urban planning focus. Under the umbrella of new urbanism, Calthorpe incorporates the ideas of transit oriented communities and…
What makes I. M. Pei’s Everson’s museum an architectural success? Based of Lebbeaus Woods definition of architecture as, “the built realization of a particular concept, or idea. …the concept, or ideas, it embodies are formulated in a unique, and not merely generic, way”, I. M. Pei distinctively develops a concept of form using brutalism. The Everson Museum evokes a spark of interest for the viewer and at first glance the museum seems anticlimactic, but as the viewer enters the space and engages…
Carpentry is one of the oldest and refined trades of our time. The art of building amazing things from basic materials has always been in trend. Carpenters are skilled in many areas of home improvement. Their functions include building and installing staircases, doors and windows, making “built-ins” of various kinds, interior wall modifications, framing for walls and closets, all trim and molding and many more. Basically, all works connected with cutting, repairing and installing wood are…
Slate Roofing: Why It Is An Excellent Choice For A Home In the process of constructing your home and need to pick a roofing material? It may be tempting to go with traditional asphalt shingles, but know that slate can be an excellent choice for a home. Slate has many benefits that make it an appealing option to use during new construction. Consider the following 3 benefits. Slate is Durable Many homeowners love slate because the material is fireproof. Slate also has the durability of…