Exam 13: Architecture and Urban Design

Richard Morris Hunt's Griswold House,built in 1863,was designed in the short-lived __________ style.Its exterior treatment resembled an assemblage of matchsticks with many turrets,gables,and dormers.

Concerning the field of architecture,analyze what you believe is meant by the saying "Convention gets built; innovation gets published."

One of the best-preserved ancient Roman aqueduct systems is the __________ near Nimes,France.The __________ of the limestone blocks allowed for the weight of three tiers of arches.

The assertive clashing of shapes in Frank Gehry's high-tech Ray and Maria Stata Center at MIT symbolizes __________.

What was the Crystal Palace; how was it built; what was it used for; and what was Joseph Paxton's inspiration?

Nineteenth-century industrialization led to the development of __________ as a building material,and it was the first material to allow the erection of tall buildings with relatively slender walls.

Discuss the advantages of ferroconcrete and how it has allowed the architect more freedom as a designer.

The Incan fortress of Machu Picchu is considered to be __________ construction,as it was built without any mortar.

The original idea for reinforced concrete began in the 1860s with Jacques Monier,who proposed strengthening concrete __________ with wire mesh.

The Native American dwellings at Mesa Verde,Colorado,used __________ as part of the back support for more than 100 rectangular __________.

__________ are constructed by placing barrel vaults at right angles to cover a square space known as a __________.

Identify four examples of peoples who had to rely on local materials to build their shelters.Describe the materials that they used.

How are fabric roofs held up in sports arenas?