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When does contemporary architecture begin, according to the introduction?
When does contemporary architecture begin, according to the introduction?
- Between 1850-1950 (correct)
- In the Renaissance period
- After 1950
- Before 1850
What was Galileo's contribution to architecture?
What was Galileo's contribution to architecture?
- He tested materials for durability and strength (correct)
- He designed iconic buildings
- He developed new construction techniques
- He wrote influential architectural theories
What was the significance of Le Corbusier's Villa Savoye?
What was the significance of Le Corbusier's Villa Savoye?
- It was a turning point in architectural history (correct)
- It marked the end of modern architecture
- It was the first building to use steel
- It was a replication of ancient Greek architecture
What is the primary focus of modern architecture, according to the introduction?
What is the primary focus of modern architecture, according to the introduction?
Who is credited with creating theoretical innovations to solve urban problems?
Who is credited with creating theoretical innovations to solve urban problems?
What is the relationship between architecture and visual arts, according to the introduction?
What is the relationship between architecture and visual arts, according to the introduction?
What is the significance of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's German Pavilion?
What is the significance of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's German Pavilion?
What is the primary theme of the introduction?
What is the primary theme of the introduction?
What was the main purpose of the 1851 exhibition in Crystal Palace?
What was the main purpose of the 1851 exhibition in Crystal Palace?
What was unique about the construction of Crystal Palace?
What was unique about the construction of Crystal Palace?
What was the result of the 1851 exhibition in Crystal Palace?
What was the result of the 1851 exhibition in Crystal Palace?
Why was Owen Jones responsible for designing the interior of Crystal Palace?
Why was Owen Jones responsible for designing the interior of Crystal Palace?
What was the significance of the UK in the 19th century?
What was the significance of the UK in the 19th century?
What was the duration of the construction of Crystal Palace?
What was the duration of the construction of Crystal Palace?
What was the outcome of the 1851 exhibition in Crystal Palace after it was completed?
What was the outcome of the 1851 exhibition in Crystal Palace after it was completed?
What was the primary advantage of the tube system introduced in the Britannia Bridge?
What was the primary advantage of the tube system introduced in the Britannia Bridge?
What was the symbol of the new UK represented by Crystal Palace?
What was the symbol of the new UK represented by Crystal Palace?
What was the significant challenge posed by the Britannia Bridge's appearance?
What was the significant challenge posed by the Britannia Bridge's appearance?
What was the innovative feature of Johan A.Roebling's Niagara Suspension Bridge?
What was the innovative feature of Johan A.Roebling's Niagara Suspension Bridge?
What was the primary function of Johan A.Roebling's Brooklyn Bridge?
What was the primary function of Johan A.Roebling's Brooklyn Bridge?
What is the characteristic of Gustave Eiffel's designs?
What is the characteristic of Gustave Eiffel's designs?
What was Gustave Eiffel's contribution to engineering?
What was Gustave Eiffel's contribution to engineering?
How did architects use iron according to the text?
How did architects use iron according to the text?
What is the characteristic of the period represented by the Brooklyn Bridge?
What is the characteristic of the period represented by the Brooklyn Bridge?
What was Louis Sullivan's contribution to architecture?
What was Louis Sullivan's contribution to architecture?
What was the main impact of the Land Ordinance Act of 1785?
What was the main impact of the Land Ordinance Act of 1785?
What was the significance of the Illinois-Michigan Canal and Erie Canal?
What was the significance of the Illinois-Michigan Canal and Erie Canal?
What was the characteristic of William Le Baron Jenney's architecture?
What was the characteristic of William Le Baron Jenney's architecture?
What was the impact of the Civil War on American architecture?
What was the impact of the Civil War on American architecture?
What was the significance of the Balloon Frame structure?
What was the significance of the Balloon Frame structure?
What was the focus of Louis Sullivan's architectural theory?
What was the focus of Louis Sullivan's architectural theory?
What was the main reason for the growth of Chicago?
What was the main reason for the growth of Chicago?
What was the primary reason for the construction of buildings using 'Ballon Frame' structures?
What was the primary reason for the construction of buildings using 'Ballon Frame' structures?
What was the consequence of using iron and steel in construction?
What was the consequence of using iron and steel in construction?
What was the significance of the 'tabuleiro de xadrez' in the development of cities?
What was the significance of the 'tabuleiro de xadrez' in the development of cities?
What was the primary concern of Le Baron Jenney in his architectural designs?
What was the primary concern of Le Baron Jenney in his architectural designs?
What was the impact of the elevator on the development of cities?
What was the impact of the elevator on the development of cities?
What was the primary motivation behind the development of new architectural styles in the United States?
What was the primary motivation behind the development of new architectural styles in the United States?
What was the consequence of the great fire on the city's architecture?
What was the consequence of the great fire on the city's architecture?
What was the characteristic of the urban development that occurred in the United States?
What was the characteristic of the urban development that occurred in the United States?
Study Notes
Introduction to Modern Architecture
- Modernism began between 1850-1950, characterized by simplicity and a new era of understanding materials and scale.
- Galileo's scientific discoveries aided architecture, and the concept of urbanism emerged in the late 19th century.
- Theoretical innovations aimed to solve current problems, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's German Pavilion (1928-29) addressed all modernism themes.
Modernities XIX Part 1
- Crystal Palace (1850-51) in Hyde Park, London, was a modular, repetitive structure that allowed for quick construction and transparency.
- The 1851 exhibition inspired a series of international fairs, promoting industrialization and globalization.
- England was the protagonist of the Industrial Revolution, with new machines, inventions, and economic power.
- The Crystal Palace was a symbol of the new UK, representing a new economic order and dynamic.
Architecture and Engineering
- The Britannia Bridge (1850) introduced a revolutionary tube system, allowing for pre-fabrication and assembly on-site.
- Johan A. Roebling's Niagara Suspension Bridge (1851-55) and Brooklyn Bridge (1869-83) showcased innovative engineering and construction techniques.
- Gustave Eiffel worked in three dimensions with beams, understanding that each arc exhibited different static behaviors, and designing structures where form emerged from static function.
Iron and Steel in Architecture
- The use of iron and steel in architecture allowed for construction in height, leading to the development of skyscrapers and new typologies.
- The Great Fire of Chicago (1871) led to the adoption of iron and steel structures, which permitted open spaces and public areas on the ground floor.
- The development of elevators, such as Otis, facilitated the construction of taller buildings.
Urbanism and City Planning
- The Land Ordinance Act (1785) introduced geometric segmentation, influencing city layouts and property ownership patterns.
- The 1807 map of New York City and Manhattan Island shows the structured approach to land division.
- Urbanism had a low impact in the US, but the shape of the city started to be shaped by laws and canals, such as the Illinois-Michigan Canal (1848) and Eire canal map (1853).
- Chicago's connection to the canals led to its growth and concentration of people.
Balloon Frame and Typology
- The Balloon Frame, an extremely simple structure, was assembled in a simple way and became the standard for residential houses in the US.
- This construction system was light, economic, efficient, and cheap, and generated a new typology of architecture.
- Louis Sullivan theorized the architecture of skyscrapers, emphasizing that form should follow function.
- William Le Baron Jenney's work in Chicago showcased characteristic high-rise buildings, verticalization of lots, and mixed structures.
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This quiz covers the history of architecture from the 19th century to the early 20th century, including modernity, iron structures, and notable architects like Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright.
