Architectural Concept Development

A set of vocabulary flashcards defining key architectural concepts, analogies, structural systems, and environmental certifications based on the Theory of Architecture 2 lecture.

Concept

An idea, thought, or notion formed in the mind that serves as the driving force and identity for an architectural project.

Parti

A type of diagram, often in the form of quick sketches or 3D models, that serves as a general idea to determine a building's program layout.

Morphology

The study of the forms of things, specifically regarding the massing and structural disposition within architectural design.

Analogies

A thematic architectural concept that involves literally relating architectural form to other objects or processes.

Biological Analogy

A concept tied to organic architecture, where forms follow function and are influenced by the environment, as seen in Frank Lloyd Wright's Guggenheim Museum.

Mechanical Analogy

A thematic concept stating that scientific and artistic evolution follow the same laws, emphasizing movement, function, and the accumulation of technical knowledge.

Gastronomic Analogy

An architectural concept requiring a combination of material strength, ideal sequence, and intuition, comparing the organization of space to the composition of food.

Linguistic Analogy

A concept focusing on eloquence, expression, vocabulary, and composition to convey emotions through architecture.

Metaphors

A literary term used in architecture to mean 'carrying-over' or 'transfer,' associating meanings, emotions, and places that would otherwise be unrelated.

Utilitas, Firmitas, Venustas

Vitruvius' traditional triad for good architecture, representing utility, strength, and beauty.

Functionalist Architecture

A design approach where buildings emphasize practical aspects and efficiency, often featuring minimalist design and an absence of decorative elements.

Post and Lintel

A structural concept involving vertical supports holding up horizontal members, exemplified by the Acropolis in Athens.

Mushroom Construction

A structural concept featuring specialized supports, exemplified by the interior of the Johnson Wax Headquarters by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Tube Construction

A structural system used for high-rise buildings, such as the John Hancock Center designed by Bruce Graham and Fazlur Rahman Khan.

Stretched Membranes

A structural concept using tensioned materials for large spans, seen in the Millennium Dome and Denver International Airport.

Environmental Theory of Perception

An approach where light and color are used as modifying elements to identify places and provide them with specific character.

LEED

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design; a certification for buildings that meet high standards for sustainability, energy efficiency, and water conservation.

BERDE

A certification for green buildings, emphasizing practices like water-conscious landscape design and the use of eco-friendly sustainable materials.

Diagrams

Drawings of geometric shapes used to show different relationships within a given architectural space.

Pre Fabrication

A structural concept involving the assembly of components manufactured off-site, exemplified by the Nakagin Capsule Tower.