11. Iron and Glass Flashcards
Who was responsible for the initial development of cast iron in England?
Darby
The first large clear span structure to use cast iron as the primary structural material was _______________.
Coalbrookdale Bridge
What business forced the introduction of cast iron structures in building construction?
insurance companies
What was the effect on architecture of the British victory in the Battle of Trafalgar?
able to further develop iron and glass
Sketch the typical cast iron structure of an early Industrial Revolution multistor factory in England as it would have been constructed in 1800, showing columns, beams, and floors.
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Rickman and Cragg were known for their prefabricated cast iron _____________________.
Gothic revival churches
The Royal Pavilion at Brighton was designed by _________.
Nash
An early example of glass’ ability to “break the box” of the traditional rectangular room was articulated by ________________.
Repton
“Remarks on Hot Houses,” was written by ____________.
Loudon
In 1817, the potential for iron to evolve a new architectural style devoid of Greek or Gothic ornament was first articulated by ____________.
Loudon
The Great Conservatory at Chatsworth was designed by __________.
Paxton
The greenhouse in the Royal Gardens at Kew was designed by ______.
Turner
List two advantages that a Parisian arcade had over a street front shop:
a. covering overhead
b. controlled environment
What is a “Flaneur”?
someone who goes strolling
The second Jardin d’ Hiver was designed by _______.
Horeau
