Architecture design

January 23, 2012 By

by Lights and Lines Architecture in the U.K The built environment is one of the most visible of man’s achievements, with structures dating from prehistoric times still in existence. Today, there is an even greater demand for buildings than ever before and courses in architecture are among the most popular offered by universities in Britain. for complete details about study in abroad, visit study in abroad corner The Challenge of the Profession The life of the Architect can be full and satisfying, Read more [...]

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Eastlake Architecture

September 28, 2011 By

by Bibliothèque de Toulouse The Eastlake architectural style can be found all over the world, although it originated in New England in the late 1800′s.  While it is commonly lumped in with the Victorian architectural style, that is not entirely true. While the Eastlake style came to popularity while the Victorian era was still ending, it has many more unique qualities to it that set it apart from Queen Anne. The primary components of the Eastlake architectural style are clean lines and geometric Read more [...]

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English Architecture

August 22, 2011 By

by Giulio Menna As with any country, the architecture of England tells a convoluted tale of its history and heritage. This country is particularly noteworthy in terms of its architecture because it had the outside influence of so many other nations, including the Celts, the ancient Germanic tribes, the Romans, and so on. All of these cultures contributed to the overall ambience and aesthetic appeal of England in their own unique way. Pre-Roman and Roman Architecture Stonehenge and Cadbury Castle Read more [...]

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Adirondack Architecture

August 20, 2011 By

by FuturePresent | cláudia gabriela marques vieira The Adirondack architectural style gets its name from its ruggedness, inspired by the Adirondack Mountains found in the state of New York.  The camps there, known as the Great Camps, generally use materials that are easily acquired, and build them into their surroundings, giving them a more natural appearance.  The Great Camps were originally built with a wealthy clientele in mind; the builders wanted to provide their guests with the opportunity Read more [...]

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Jacobethan Architecture

August 7, 2011 By

by kymioflario Another subcategory of Victorian is the Jacobethan architectural style. The name came around long after the style reached its height of popularity. The name was coined in the 1930s by John Betjemen, and may sometimes be referred to as Jacobean Revival.  The Jacobethan style is a combination of the Jacobean style and its predecessor the Elizabethan style.  The name stuck, and this is primarily how the style is now known. Jacobethan style is English Early Renaissance architecture Read more [...]

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