Architecture
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Stonehenge
Temples in England
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The writer of this 14 page research paper provides an
informative informative view on the Stonehenge Temples in
England. The description of Stonehenge is inclued, as well
as the theories on how this monument came to be.
Bibliography included.
Filename: Stoneh.wps
Roman
Architecture
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An 11 page paper on Roman architecture focusing on such
subtopics as the dome construction of temples & civic
monuments, city planning, theaters, the Domus, triumphal
arches, Roman tombs, and more. In addition to discussion
culture, purpose, and general aesthetics, the writer also
makes mention of the tools and methods used to construct
these great architectural works. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: Romanarc.wps
Roman
Architecture # 2
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This subject is evaluated in terms of its influence on
western architecture in this 5 page paper. Also discussed
are social factors present when the structures were built
as compared with mores and systems present today. Also
included is discussion on building materials and style
which is compared and contrasted with western art.
Government buildings, stadiums, bath houses, importance of
the bedroom and magnificence of the gardens are each
highlighted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Romanar.wps
Recycling
Cities' Industrial Areas
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A 5 page paper discussing decay in downtown Detroit, the
renovation of the L&N Railroad terminal in Knoxville,
Tennessee and the conversion of tobacco warehouses in
Durham, North Carolina to a pedestrian shopping mall.
These beautiful old buildings that have been sitting
vacant for decades can have a positive effect on the areas
around them. Narrow, twisting streets may not be conducive
to using them again as industrial sites, but there are
higher and better uses available. Whether used for shops,
restaurants, offices, apartments or a combination, cities'
old industrial areas can become vital once again, and in
ways never originally intended. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: KSurbanArch.wps
City
Planning In Renaissance Italy
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A 12 page research paper that analyzes the role of the
Renaissance in Italian architecture and city planning,
focusing on the cities of Venice, Florence, and Rome. The
writer postulates that the Renaissance style of simplicity
and symmetry, along with each city's geography,
particularly influenced the development of neighborhoods
and communities. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Renitaly.wps
The
Bronze Doors of Grace Cathedral and Italian Renaissance
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A 5 page paper that looks at the doors of Grace Cathedral
in San Francisco, modeled after the doors of the
Baptistery at San Giovanni by Lorenzo Ghiberti, and
considers how they are representative of Italian
Renaissance architecture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Grdoors.wps
Religious
Architecture
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A 9 page paper focusing on the architectural styles of
three primary religions. The writer explains various
structures common to Christian, Buddhist, and Islamic
religious styles. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Archi.wps
Religious
Symbolism in the Architecture of Westminster Abbey
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A 10 page essay examining the ways in which the Abbey
plays a significant role both in the religious and
political consciousness of the England. Bibliography lists
9 sources.
Filename: Westabb.wps
