Ch 1 Review Flashcards
Elements that have roles in design
- Technological application based on aesthetics, cultural needs and religious values
- Availability of materials for cultural and psychological needs
- Climate and location
- Size of structures usually work with topography, religion, culture and historical events
What were the early problems that had to be solved before freestanding structures could be erected?
Turning corners and spanning spaces
Components that helped solve Spanning Spaces
- Post and Lintels
- Arch
- Truss
- Columns
What are the parts of an Arch?
- Keystone
- Intrados
- Extrados
- Springpoint
- Springline
Mesopotamian uses of an Arch
- Drains
- Tombs
- Gates
Roman uses of an Arch
Above ground
- Create Bridges
- Create aqueducts
- Create dome roofs and vaulted ceilings for larger stronger and more spacious buildings
Characteristics of architecture
- Refers to contrived environments suitable for their functions
- Involves pre-planning
- Has inherent structural ability
- Deliberately attempts to create pleasing aesthetic effects.
Conditions of Architecture
- Durability
- Function
- Aesthetics
External Influences on Architectural design
- Climate
2. Topography
What are the 3 types of climate that effect Architectural design?
- Hot and Dry
- Hot and Humid
- Cold
Architectural Challenges related to Topography
- Mountain ranges affect both air flow and moisture distribution
- Strong or constant winds affect building profiles
- Large bodies of water moderate temperatures
Architectural considerations related to Hot, Dry Climate.
- Temperatures soar during the day and plummet at night.
- Stone and adobe form heat sinks
- Lack of vegetation for shade structures are crowded together
Architectural considerations related to Hot, Humid Climates
- Elevated structure allows breeze to carry away radiated heat. from beneath the building.
- Raise living areas above low growing vegetation
3.Materials such as bamboo, leaves and thatch that do not retain heat are prevalent for floors and roofs.
Steeply pitched roofs with large overhangs shade the interior, provide protection from rain and allow breezes to carry away heat rapidly.
Architectural considerations related to cold climates
- Central heat source
2. heat sink materials
Interior Design Goal
Enhances the quality of the interiors, to improve function of spaces, and to treat interior areas in an esthetically pleasing manner.
