Introduction to Architecture
By Top Architect in Pune
What is Architecture • The art and science of designing and constructing buildings • It has been described as a social art and also an artful science. • Some of classic and modern architectural designs info is given in following slides…
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Early Architecture
One of the early architectural developments was the use of the “post-and-lintel� method
A beam is placed horizontally across upright posts.
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Classic Greek Architecture Ancient Greek “Orders” (styles): composed of a shaft, capital, and base.
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The Vault Vault is an architectural term for an arched form used to provide a space with a ceiling or roof. The parts of a vault exert lateral thrust that requires a counter resistance.
When vaults are built underground, the ground gives all the resistance required. http://www.arlington.k12.va.us/schools/drew/a&a/theromans.htm http://www.xclusiveinteriors.in/
Arch The arch was a purely Roman invention. An arch is often made up of small stones called voussoir and a large central stone called a keystone.
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Colonnade & Arcade
A series of columns is called a colonnade.
A series of arches is called an arcade.
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Architecture The Romans were great engineers. They developed concrete as a building material, which was used in building aqueducts, baths, and other public works projects.
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Revolution in Architecture
During the Industrial Revolution, many new materials were developed: glass-- Crystal Palace (1851) and wrought iron: The Eiffel Tower http://www.xclusiveinteriors.in/
Modern Architecture The 1st skyscraper was made in St. Louis, MO by Louis Sullivan who coined the expression “form follows function”.
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Modern Architecture Frank Lloyd Wright: American architect; carefully considered the environment where the building was to be constructed.
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Modern Architecture Steel and concrete are the favored materials for commercial type construction. Wood and brick are the favored materials for residential construction. http://www.xclusiveinteriors.in/
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