Untitled Flashcards Set

Italian Renaissance humanism- the study of classical literature and the nature of humanity

the classical orders- Doric ( the simplest of the three/ feminine) Ionic (masculine/ moire decorative) Corinthian (feminine and weak/ very elaborate)

linear perspective- drawings that give the illusion of depth and volume on a 2D surface

centrally planned vs. basilical churches- central- symmetrical/ circle shape common Basilica- cross-shaped/nave common

architectural mannerism in the 16th century- baroque detailing, asymmetrical lines, ornate decor, and geometric designs.

vernacular architecture- architecture that is created because of need/ practice and adapted to the environment

environmental considerations related to vernacular building techniques- local materials, traditional construction techniques, and harmony with landscape

Reformation and Counter-Reformation and their relation to the arts- Catholic leaders spreading art, anger towards art, Lutherans defending sacred art

major patrons of architecture and urbanism- anthropologists, sociologists, and urban designers. Pharaohs and kings of Babylon

gesamtkunstwerk (synthesis of the arts) and transformation as Baroque themes- Multiple art forms, Versailles Unifing landscape, and architecture

spaces for spectacles- Eye-catching public displays, Domes, entrances

architecture and relics- Pieces of time/ relics are normally the starting ground of creating churches

architecture and/or landscape/gardens as expressions of power or paradise- Gardens can show money and authority.

recurring design elements in Islamic religious architecture- Domes, arches, minarets, Muqarnas (ornamented vaulting with honeycombs)

Minirbar (raised platform for prayer to be lead from)

Qibla (Direction of the sacred Shrine towards mecca)

types of Islamic architectural ornament- Geometric patterns, Arabesques (curving plant-based elements) , Caliigrahy, courtyards/gardens/ (mathematically based ordenmantion)

architecture and pilgrimage- a site that protects the religious or spiritual significance. hosting relics shires or monuments

gender coding in construction in form- homes w/ gendered roles

tipis (men- decor/ women- own, construct, put up and take down)

Batammabila houses (Women- plaster/ Men- bricks)

major architectural publications/architects’ treatises.- Palladio the four books of architecure/ Alberti/ Vitruvius/