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The inspiration of nature in design created a movement of Organic Architecture through functionalism and minimalism since the 1800’s influencing some of the greatest architects to emerge. Functionalist architects and artists design utilitarian structures in which the Organic Architecture dictates the development within and moves outward in harmony with its surroundings, without regard to such traditional devices as axial symmetry and classical proportions or any other heavy ornamentation. Louis

Urban Gentrification and Urban Morphology The term ‘gentrification’ has myriads of interpretations from different geographers, and sociologists. Ever since, there has been protracted debate on its methodology, consequences and whether it constitutes a dominant or residual urban form. The term ‘gentrification’ was first coined by the Marxist urban geographer Ruth Glass (Glass, 1964) to describe the influx of wealthier individuals into cities or neighbourhoods who replace working or lower-classes

Contemporary architecture indicates to the style of today’s architecture. Its style is not defined; because it is constantly changing, plus it choses different styles and eras. On the other hand, Modern Architecture has defined its style. It describes a specific era design, that it leads to the history of machination and to the 1920s – 1950s styles. Many people mistaken in defining modern architecture and contemporary architecture, say that both of them are completely the same. This research paper

Architectural works can be richer by reevaluating the complexity "Complexity and Contradiction" in Architecture by Robert venturi addresses architecture as the only place where redundant and simple construction, in thinking and in material reality takes shape. The objective of the series was to explore and promote ideas that were too complex or involved for exhibit, and were therefore written on museum exhibition. Though Venturi's utilizes many photographic examples to support his arguments, the

Part A – 149 Tyndall Ave., Toronto, Ontario The purpose of this letter is to outline the OBC requirements required for the renovation of the above noted property. This review is based on drawings of the building prepared by Design Plus, the 2012 Ontario Building Code (OBC) and the 2015 Ontario Fire Code (OFC). The building was originally constructed as a 3 storey semi-detached dwelling and has a basement level. It is assumed that each of the original dwelling units were separated from the adjacent

Profile Essay: Interior Design Interior design is a popular career for many people. That is especially those who are creative and who have a high number of ideas about how they would change a room or a whole home to look completely different. There are many different projects that are involved with interior design and they are all separate but related to one another. The people who conduct the projects are called interior designers. Development is the first phase of interior design (Pile, 2003)

Skyscrapers Skyscrapers are the result of modernisation and advanced thinking of human being beyond its limits. They are not only a piece of beauty but also a landmark, a historic place and for some people, skyscrapers are no less than wonders. What is a Skyscraper ? Skyscraper is a tall, continuous, habitable building with many floors usually more than 60 that can be used for residential, commercial or office use. Although, there is no proper definition of skyscrapers in dictionary or civil engineering

ideas of modernism influenced the future of architecture and the design of a revolutionary building in Paris: Cité de Refuge. Architecture was defined as a play of volumes under light, proportions and regulating lines by the father of modernism Le Corbusier. His architectural philosophy was defined by Stephan Bayley as “elegant, simple and correct” (Gerry, 2008). Classical architecture is defined as architecture which refers to Greek and Roman architecture (classical antiquity) and also

and would, therefore, cost a lot more. Characteristics of Kuching City architecture? The diversity in the architectural style of housing and buildings in Kuching city gives the city a beautiful day and night balance that is seldom found in other cities. The high-rise buildings are well spaced and spread across Kuching city with the lower rise buildings well spread as well. Kuching city has typical Malaysian architecture, as well as a wide range of colonial, modern, and post-modern buildings. There

“Architecture is just visual art unless you put a function to the creation.” My passion for arts was identified by my parents when I was in Class 9, which gave me an insight and motivation of wanting to do something creative. I pursued architecture from Babu Banarasi Das University which soon made me realize that learning architecture gives me immense eternal joy and satisfaction. My interest in designing and sketching is also in line with the study of history of Architecture, urban design, landscape