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Which architectural style is characterized by designs that harmonize with the natural environment?
Which architectural style is characterized by designs that harmonize with the natural environment?
Vernacular architecture is based on the forms and materials of any period, regardless of geographic location.
Vernacular architecture is based on the forms and materials of any period, regardless of geographic location.
False (B)
What architectural style focuses on the direct fulfillment of functional requirements, with minimal purely decorative effects?
What architectural style focuses on the direct fulfillment of functional requirements, with minimal purely decorative effects?
Functionalism
____ architecture is a general term referring to the architecture of the present day.
____ architecture is a general term referring to the architecture of the present day.
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Match the following architectural styles with their defining characteristics:
Match the following architectural styles with their defining characteristics:
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Which of the following best describes an icon in design?
Which of the following best describes an icon in design?
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Symbolic designs have a direct visible resemblance to the object they represent.
Symbolic designs have a direct visible resemblance to the object they represent.
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What is the primary characteristic of pragmatic design?
What is the primary characteristic of pragmatic design?
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In typological design, members of a culture share a fixed ______ image of what a design form should be.
In typological design, members of a culture share a fixed ______ image of what a design form should be.
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Match the following design approaches with their descriptions:
Match the following design approaches with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Concepts and Techniques in Building Design
- Building design is an iconic system of transformation
- Sign: A mark or figure having conventional meaning, used instead of words or phrases to convey complex ideas.
- Icon: A manifestation of design, image or figure. It refers to the object merely by virtue of its characteristics. Its visual form mirrors the object, making it instantly recognizable.
- Symbol: A representation of design. It stands for something else through association, resemblance, or convention. Symbols often have no visible resemblance to the object they represent; their meaning must be learned.
Pragmatic Design
- Pragmatic design is practical
- Uses available materials like earth, stone, tree trunks, leaves, reeds, bamboos, and animal skin.
- Building forms are initially developed through trial and error.
Typological Design
- Members of a culture develop a fixed mental image of design forms.
- Forms should use materials that are appropriate for the local climate and culture.
- The design should meet the needs of the existing lifestyle patterns of the culture.
Analogic Design
- Drawing analogies from existing buildings, natural forms, paintings etc, to solve design problems.
Canonic Design
- Form is generated from geometric shapes (2D or 3D).
- Egyptians, Greeks, Gothic and Renaissance inspired designs are used as examples.
Vernacular Architecture
- Architecture that is based on the forms and materials of a particular historical period, region, or group of people.
Organic Architecture
- Architectural design philosophy that came into existence in the early 20th century. The building's design should harmonize with the environment. Its structure should fulfill its requirements.
- The design should have shapes and forms that resemble nature and are often irregular.
Functionalism
- Architectural design movement of the early 20th century.
- Buildings are designed to fulfil their functional requirements.
- Construction materials and purpose are clearly expressed.
- Aesthetic effects are purely derived from proportions and finish, excluding purely decorative features.
Contemporary Architecture
- A broad term for modern-day architecture.
- Ranges in styles of recently built structures and space.
- Structures and spaces are optimized to meet contemporary demands.
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Explore the foundational concepts and techniques in building design, focusing on the significance of signs, icons, and symbols. Understand the pragmatic approach that employs available materials and the typological design that shapes cultural perceptions. Test your knowledge about these essential principles!
