Domes

New Orleans Hurricane Katrina hits, from August 23, 2005 to August 31, 2005. This starts near the gulf coast of the United States and went to New Orleans. Information states that New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin told everyone to evacuate to the Super Bowl Dome for safety. Many people survived but their homes did not. But, this is just New Orleans there were other places that Hurricane Katrina hit. Sadly we won’t be focused on those places. Hurricane Katrina started as all the other hurricane but was…

The dome God mentioned that he created was called the “Sky”. On the third day, God commanded for the water to be below the sky. This was because God planned to make land. The land was called “Earth” by God, and the water “Sea”. God was once more pleased with…

During the Renaissance in Italy and Northern Europe there were many artists inspired by the world around them. In Italy, artists used humanism and naturalism to show how the world could be seen in a piece of art. In Northern Europe, artists use symbolism to show the story and meaning behind the art work. In both places people drew inspiration from these amazing artists and art pieces. The Renaissance art in Italy is inspired by humanism and naturalism. Many artists such as Giotto, Duccio, and…

ceilings. This can be seen in the Massachusetts State House. Charles Bulfinch was one architect that designed the state house. He brought the federal style of domes, columns and ornaments that was seen during early 19th century architecture. The Bulfinch house still stands today with its red brick walls, white pillars and trim, and golden dome. The Building was completed in 1798 and has been enlarged since. This building is one of Bulfinch’s finest works showing Federal style…

Universities and the distribution of valuable knowledge to peers and family. #2. If Israel’s private dome is so effective why doesn’t a private company produce it and sell its services directly to customers? Because of the free ride problem which occurs when exclusion isn’t possible to others who don’t pay their share for a public good. Why would anyone pay for the protection of israel’s private dome when their neighbor is willing and able to foot the bill? #3 If everyone seeks a free ride, what…

“Yosemite Valley, to me, is always a sunrise, a glitter of green and golden wonder in a vast edifice of stone and space. I know of no sculpture, painting or music that exceeds the compelling spiritual command of the soaring shape of granite cliff and dome, of patina of light on rock and forest, and of the thunder and whispering of the falling, flowing waters. At first the colossal aspect may dominate; then we perceive and respond to the delicate and persuasive complex of nature.”-Ansel Adams,…

by an Unknown artist, Pantheon, Rome by unknown artist also and the Basilica of Maxentius Constantine by an unknown artist as well. This architectural works led to the creation of some new architectural works and ideas such as: arch, Vault Concrete dome and Basilica plan just to mention few. Am aqueduct is an ancient invention of the Greeks that was used to transport water to the people in the cities. Aqueducts are built with set or archs, semi-circle frameworks with support by the side…

A shining metropolis carved from the finest of white marble, with pristine columns reaching towards the heavens and grandiose sculptures of alluring deities, guarding the city with devotion. A thousand brilliant tiles depict scenes of it’s illustrious history, while tiered fountains, scattered about the commons; although filled with water, no longer run. Years of neglect have allowed the elements to erode some of the intricate carvings decorating the façades. This city, once fit for a king, is…

and organized in iwans with vaulted roofs and courtyards. Later the horizontal plan was changed to vertical structure rising to the sky, which started with the use of the domed roof, sometimes arranged in a number of small domes rising progressively like steps towards the main dome of the central aisle…

Reichstag’s scars, stonemason’s marks, and soviet graffiti on the roof and walls were preserved as part of a living museum. The heavy shell of the building was contrasted with the lightness and transparency that was brought with the construction of the glass dome, which became a symbol of rebirth (Foster Partners, n.d.). Over the past 100 years, Reichstag’s formal role and architecture have dramatically undergone changes. Today, Reichstag incorporates elements of the past while embracing the…