Interpreting Architecture: Understanding the Language of Buildings
Description: Interpreting Architecture: Understanding the Language of Buildings | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: architecture design history culture |
What is the primary purpose of architecture?
What are the three main elements of architecture, according to Vitruvius?
Which architectural style is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?
What is the term for the horizontal moldings that divide a building's facade into stories?
Which architectural movement sought to revive classical forms and principles from ancient Greece and Rome?
What is the term for the central, weight-bearing tower of a Gothic cathedral?
Which architectural style is characterized by elaborate ornamentation, curved forms, and a sense of movement?
What is the term for the decorative band or molding that runs along the top of a wall or building?
Which architectural movement sought to break away from traditional forms and explore new materials and techniques?
What is the term for the triangular area above the entablature in classical architecture?
Which architectural style is characterized by its use of geometric shapes, bold colors, and a playful approach to form?
What is the term for the horizontal band of moldings and decorations that runs above the columns in classical architecture?
Which architectural style is known for its use of exposed concrete, raw materials, and a focus on structural expression?
What is the term for the decorative molding that runs along the base of a wall or building?
Which architectural movement sought to deconstruct traditional forms and explore the relationship between architecture and philosophy?