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Building Architecture. Introduction. Form. Many buildings are designed with appearance as a major consideration. Limitations. Money Space Materials Geography. Function. Some buildings are designed with their use as the main consideration.
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Building Architecture Introduction
Form Many buildings are designed with appearance as a major consideration
Limitations Money Space Materials Geography
Function Some buildings are designed with their use as the main consideration Springfield, Nova Scotia Listed Real Estate Price $79 900
Every building has a purpose So it is beautiful But if it doesn’t meet its purpose: Design is Flawed Image 1: Is not an example of affordable housing Image 2: Is an example of affordable housing
Landscaping Can be used to enhance the design of a building or home
Landscaping Is often added afterwards for buildings that focus on function
Historically Significant Designs Often form was as important, sometimes more important than function Construction/design was a statement Wealth Power Prestige
Your Task Research a historically significant architectural work and create an information power point Themes to keep in mind: Function & Form