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Who is known for inventing the Prairie Style of architecture?
Who is known for inventing the Prairie Style of architecture?
- Walter Gropius
- Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
- Eero Saarinen
- Frank Lloyd Wright (correct)
Which architect was the director of The Bauhaus?
Which architect was the director of The Bauhaus?
- Walter Gropius (correct)
- Le Corbusier
- Frank Lloyd Wright
- William van Alen
Which building was inspired by the spiral shaped shell of a snail?
Which building was inspired by the spiral shaped shell of a snail?
- Seagram Building
- Guggenheim Museum
- The Chrysler Building (correct)
- Fallingwater
Which building shape represents praying hands or wings of a dove?
Which building shape represents praying hands or wings of a dove?
Who is associated with the design of 'tall glass boxes' that changed the look of cities?
Who is associated with the design of 'tall glass boxes' that changed the look of cities?
Which architectural style greatly influenced modern design by focusing on formal elements like shape, color, and line?
Which architectural style greatly influenced modern design by focusing on formal elements like shape, color, and line?
'Harmony with nature' and the use of natural materials are associated with which architect's work?
'Harmony with nature' and the use of natural materials are associated with which architect's work?
'Simple curved, organic shapes' are characteristics of which architectural style?
'Simple curved, organic shapes' are characteristics of which architectural style?
What architectural style from the late 19th century to early 20th century incorporated Organic and Natural Forms into decoration?
What architectural style from the late 19th century to early 20th century incorporated Organic and Natural Forms into decoration?
Which material permitted greater flexibility and experimentation in design during the industrial revolution?
Which material permitted greater flexibility and experimentation in design during the industrial revolution?
Which architect designed the Carson, Pirie, Scott Building in Chicago between 1899-1904?
Which architect designed the Carson, Pirie, Scott Building in Chicago between 1899-1904?
Which architectural movement began in 1917 in Holland and focused on geometric shapes, purity, and simplicity of structure?
Which architectural movement began in 1917 in Holland and focused on geometric shapes, purity, and simplicity of structure?
Which building was inspired by the discovery of the Altamira Caves in Spain?
Which building was inspired by the discovery of the Altamira Caves in Spain?
Which architectural style was associated with the 1920s and 1930s 'Jazz Age'?
Which architectural style was associated with the 1920s and 1930s 'Jazz Age'?
Which material was used to span larger spaces in architecture during the late eighteenth century up to the twentieth century?
Which material was used to span larger spaces in architecture during the late eighteenth century up to the twentieth century?
'The Style' is associated with which country for its geometric shapes and simplicity of structure?
'The Style' is associated with which country for its geometric shapes and simplicity of structure?
What feature characterizes Post-Modern architecture?
What feature characterizes Post-Modern architecture?
Which building is known for having its water, electrical, and other infrastructure exposed on the exterior?
Which building is known for having its water, electrical, and other infrastructure exposed on the exterior?
Who are the architects responsible for the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain?
Who are the architects responsible for the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain?
What material covers the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain?
What material covers the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain?
Which architect is known for designing a museum with a 'bird-like' or 'boat-like' organic sculptural form?
Which architect is known for designing a museum with a 'bird-like' or 'boat-like' organic sculptural form?
What unique feature of the Milwaukee Art Museum's architecture connects it to the city of Milwaukee?
What unique feature of the Milwaukee Art Museum's architecture connects it to the city of Milwaukee?
Which structure is known for its kinetic architecture where the roof opens and closes based on weather conditions?
Which structure is known for its kinetic architecture where the roof opens and closes based on weather conditions?
