introduction to architecture by Xclusive Interiors

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Introduction to Architecture

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• Top Architect in Pune

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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.
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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 arches is called an arcade.
A series of columns is called a colonnade.
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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
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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.
Falling Water
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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.
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