1 / 18

The Significance of Geometry in Architecture

Discover why geometry holds a crucial role in architecture from ancient civilizations to modern structures. Explore the mathematical principles behind famous landmarks like the Pyramids of Giza and the Taj Mahal, showcasing symmetry and proportion as essential design elements. Learn how geometry influences the aesthetics and functionality of architectural masterpieces worldwide.

withrow
Download Presentation

The Significance of Geometry in Architecture

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Geometry in architecture

  2. Why geometry in architecture? Architecture begins with geometry. Since earliest times, architects have relied on mathematical principles.

  3. "For without symmetry and proportion no temple can have a regular plan.”Vitruvius  (De Architectura, or Ten Books on Architecture)

  4. Ancient civilizations Mesopotamia, “cradle of civilization” Aztec, Middle America Sumerian temple Aztec temple

  5. Egypt Great pyramids of Giza, tombs of Pharaohs

  6. Greece Parthenon in Athens, golden ratio

  7. Greek theatre

  8. Rome The Colosseum, the most important roman amphitheatre, was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles such as mock sea battles.

  9. Taj Mahal, mausoleum, India, reflectionsymmetry

  10. Versailles, symbol of the system of absolutemonarchyof the AncienRégime

  11. Poligons Karlovac United States Department of Defense

  12. Some modern buildings...

  13. London

  14. Dubai Rotational solids

  15. The piano house, China

  16. The Millau Viaduct, France

  17. Made by: Lucija Dobrović and Sanja Priselac

More Related