I found that I had more appreciation for the work mainly because of its size. The time, ability, intricate details and the overall creativity that must have gone into making such a small figure or stele is fascinating. Our docent also gave more background information on the history between Isis and Osiris. What a story! It was full of drama and suspense (definitely more than what is offered in the text.)
1). Basic geometry served as the aesthetic of these buildings, with symmetrical shapes serving to draw the eye and focus attention where it was needed to properly appreciate the architectural beauty in the design. The post and lintel system was used in Greek architecture, and the temples employed it beautifully. Throughout the course of the Classical period, three different orders of columns were developed. The Doric order used sturdy columns with little decoration; the Ionic order was more elegant, but required more highly refined mathematical skills to properly distribute the weight of the roof; the Corinthian order was highly stylized, and was not in popular use until its adoption by the Romans (“Art,” n.d., para.
Clearly the Salk Institute is a research laboratory that warrants these considerations when selecting building materials. The materials that make up the Salk Institute consist of concrete, teak, lead, glass, and steel. In my opinion these materials address the laboratories demands by being easy to maintain, as well as being durable allowing the Salk Institute to be built to last. I really enjoyed Kahn’s attention to detail when it came to the concrete work. Once the concrete was set, Kahn allowed no further finishing touches in order to attain the pinkish glow of "pozzuolanic" concrete.
The color variation and patterns on the slate slab together with the light and water, plays a vital role in the appearance of the slate slab fountain. Slate's qualities makes it a good choice for roofing because it can be cut into thin sheets, absorbs minimal moisture and stands up well in contact with freezing water. It is also used for interior flooring, exterior paving, and garden decor because it is more durable than synthetic materials. When installing
As reflected by its designer, the Basilica of Saint Mary is nothing short of magnificent - it also has adopted numerous architectural designs from its early Romanesque predecessors. However the basilica still has features that has made itself unique to those of early times, and has paved a new path for churches towards a post-modern/contemporary style. When one stands at the steps of Saint Mary’s Basilica facing the front Façade (See Photo 1), one will notice how immaculate and pasty the basilica looks. The basilica itself is made from Bethel White Granite (History.. 1) which is the same stone as what was used on the cathedral of Santiago De Compostela; however it is made of a different type of granite which gives Santiago De Compostela a more grayish presence. Firstly from the bottom up are the six sturdy Doric styled columns that bar the entrance door.
3) The softer adobe subsoil of the plain may have dampened the acceleration. 4) The stone constructions are heavier than the adobe. 5) The stone constructions have less internal bonding inside the structural walls. 6) Anchorage of wood construction to the walls is better in the adobe constructions. 7) Series of small vibrations will have a more cumulative effect on rock masonry than on adobe because adobe may compact and fill in the cracks.
Such as Hagia Sophia located in Istanbul, which was originally a Catholic church, then the Ottomans turned it into a mosque, and presently it maintains a museum. This is one of the most significant mosques not only in turkey but also on earth. This mosque is not only beautiful from the outside but the meanings and history of it is even more beautiful. Even over time architects continued to strengthen the building by adding structural support and better appearances. They did this by adding minarets and also added more light by putting a greater emphasis on making huge windows.
They were paid more and were highly educated compared to everyone else in Egypt except the Pharaohs and other Scribes. There are very famous and special areas inside these temples. One of which is Hypostyle Hall which is a hall inside of the Karnak Temple, Hypostyle Hall is a hall with Hieroglyphics everywhere and was made by Ramses. A very interesting fact about the Karnak temple is that it is very religious. It is in fact the largest religious area in ancient Egypt.
However, the tower cranes of different models are not only used in the construction industry, but also in the cargo and transportation industry as it is found to be stable and the base is fixed to the ground. The typical tower crane is consisted of a base, a mast section, a jib, unit for slewing, a cabin, and a house for crane (Sullivan, et al., 2011). JIB Luffing Crane The Luffing JIB cranes are found to be in significant demand for huge buildings on the congested sites. They are having a short counter JIB as well as a variable working radius permitting the higher productivity in narrow spaces. This sort of crane is found to be the most efficient solution when different cranes are working on
Although wood is not the only material in a snowboard, the wood itself is the most important part as it is what actually makes up the main body of the board. Instead of being made of one solid piece as you might think, the wood is cut into vertical strips that are laminated together. This makes it less likely that the wood would warp and bend, causing damage to the board and also eliminating imperfections seen in larger pieces of wood that could affect the shape. Wood is the most popular and commonly used material for the core but a new honeycomb aluminum design has also recently been developed. On top of the core is a composite material that further protects the core.