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Architecture involves the creative design of buildings and structures to meet human needs using art, science, and math. The origins of architecture began with early civilizations in Mesoamerica like the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec who developed traditions of public, ceremonial, and urban buildings using available natural materials. Modern architecture breaks from tradition in pursuit of innovative designs inspired by a building's layout, location, and function rather than standard styles.

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Architecture involves the creative design of buildings and structures to meet human needs using art, science, and math. The origins of architecture began with early civilizations in Mesoamerica like the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec who developed traditions of public, ceremonial, and urban buildings using available natural materials. Modern architecture breaks from tradition in pursuit of innovative designs inspired by a building's layout, location, and function rather than standard styles.

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Architecture

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Architecture is an imaginative way
of designing environments for
What is
Architecture? people that includes art, science,
and mathematics.
Architecture is used to design places
for communication, work, eating,
etc.
Architects transform these needs
3 into concepts and then develop the
concepts into building images
It all started by MesoAmerican architecture
It is the set of architectural traditions produced by pre-
Origin Of Columbian cultures and civilization of MesoAmerica:
Architecture The Olmec: First major civilization in Guatemala
and Mexico)
Maya: Maya civilization was a Mesoamerican
civilization developed by the Mayan people and
noted for its Hieroglyphic script
Aztec: A Native American people who ruled Mexico
and neighboring areas before the Spaniards
conquered and built up and advanced civilization
and empire
Traditions which are best known in the form of public,
ceremonial and urban monumental buildings and
structures
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In early architecture people used a variety of
materials in their structures
Early
Architectur Materials were based on easy availability
e
In the early days people used natural
formations in their environment, such as
caves to be protected and stay warm from
the environment

Many materials that early people used are


dirt, sand, stone, wood, and clay.

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Modern architecture breaks away from
traditional design and aesthetics.
Modern
Architecture
The goal is to create home designs that go
beyond standard ideas and instead pursue
projects inspired by layout, location, and
function.

Instead of opting for the traditional triangular-


based or craftsman style roof lines, Homes
6 might have multiple roof lines at different
levels, showing off the complexity of the
Architectura
l
Elements
Visual Design Elements
Form & Shape

The way the design is shaped


Form is 3D, it is the
structure of something
Shape is 2D, it contours the
characteristics of the object/
area

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Color
The colors used for the
design
They can have a profound
effect on the design:
Warm Colors: Reds,
Oranges, Yellows
Cool Colors: Blues,
Purples, Greens

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Texture
The way the design feels
and looks.
Smooth Surfaces: Can
reflect light more so it
tends to be more intense
in color
Rough Surface: Appears
darker because it absorbs
more light

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Space
The amount of space the design
takes and makes
Types of Space:
Open, Uncluttered
Cramped, Busy
Unused space
Good use of space

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Architectural
Elements
Principles of Design
Unity/
Harmony
When all elements are in
agreement, containing a
good balance.

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Balance
The state of equalized
tension and how a design is
balanced
Symmetrical Balance
Asymmetrical Balance
Radial balance
Vertical Balance
Horizontal Balance

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Rhythm

Repeated use of elements


such as lines, shape, color,
texture, etc.
Regular Rhythm
Graduated Rhythm
Random Rhythm
Gradated Rhythm

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Emphasis
The focal point of a design that
attracts ones eye
This can be achieved through:
Size
Shape
Color
Lines

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Scale
The relationship of size
between two elements
in architecture

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Movement

The flow or feel of a


structure
The movement of a
structure can sometimes
affect the impact it has on
an individual

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Types of
Architectural
Materials
Architectures use many types of materials to
help construct an idea and plan. Some
Different common materials seen within the city are:
Materials
Steel

Glass

Stone

Brick

Wood
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Concrete
Jobs and Careers in
Architecture
Residential Architect:

Focus most of their effort on constructing private dwellings for


homeowner
Careers?
Commercial or Public Architect:

Specialize in larger ventures for businesses or government entities


and construct public building, such as shopping mall and libraries

Landscape Architect:

Focuses on outdoor areas

Interior Design:

The art or process of designing the interior decoration of a room or


building

22 Green Design:

Building structures friendly to the environment


How do you Become an Architect?
The road to becoming an architect varies between people

To become a licensed architect,youll need a:

professional degree accredited by the National


Architectural accrediting board (NAAB).

Professional degrees include the bachelor of Architecture


(B.Arch.) and the master of Architecture (M.Arch).

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estimating materials used,financial and time
requirements, and oversee construction to ensure
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