Unit 3, topics 3.1-3.4 Flashcards
T/F Physical Landscape does not vary within a country
F: It can vary a lot
T/F: Anything built by humans is part of the cultural landscape
T
T/F Traditional architectural styles have not been adopted by pop culture
False
Globalized pop culture is associated with…
Postmodern and contemporary architecture
T/F in folk cultures people do not have clearly defined gender-specific roles
F: Usually men are hunters and earn for the family, women usually stay home, caregivers
T/F In pop culture, gender specific roles are challenged
T
T/F Cultural regions always follow political borders
False
Placelessness
Modern places all look the same
Cultural landscape
The visible reflection of culture, built environment
Examples of elements of the cultural landscape
Protected wilderness areas, signage, schools,office buildings
Traditional Architecture
Reflects beliefs and traditions, usually constructed with materials available
How are spanish adobe homes common in the southwest US an example of traditional architecture?
Its a folk architecture style, and it is made with mud that was available
How are colonial homes in New England an example of traditional architecture?
They are made with the wood from the area, and had steep roofs for snow.
When was postmodern architecture developed
After the 1960s
What is postmodern architecture?
Structures that contain concrete and brick, are tall, and have steel and glass siding
When was contemporary architecture developed?
The 21st century
What does contemporary arachitecture look like?
It is large and stretches the boundaries of height and width.
Ethnic Enclaves
An area where one culture that is not the nationality clusters
Gendered spaces are..
places where women or men are accepted
What is an example of a gendered space in Iran and India?
Parks and other public spaces are usually men or women only