Architecture & Building

Firstly, architecture, the art, and technique of designing and building. Architects design structures such as office buildings, businesses, stadiums, schools, malls, and homes. They also design outdoor spaces. 

Is architecture a good career? 

In addition, architects are highly respected in society making this a good career. 

Different types of architecture  

• Firstly, Landscape architect – A person that designs outdoor environments. 
• Architectural technologist – An architectural technologist provides technical building design services and is trained in architectural technology. 
• Architectural designer – So, they create digital plans based on architectural sketches, visiting construction sites, oversee contractors and facilitate communications with consultants. 
• Preservation architect – They prepare plans for appropriate work on historic buildings and direct the work to preserve important features and avoid damage. 
• Green building and retrofit architect – This person’s job is to safeguard water, air and the earth by choosing eco-friendly materials and protecting the biodiversity of the area during construction. 
• Commerical architect – Somone that specialises in designing commercial buildings such as shops, restaurants and public buildings. 
• Finally, Industrial architect – An architect that designs buildings for industry. 

Best places to study   

• Firstly, England 
• China 
• Italy 
• Japan 
• France 
• Spain 
• Australia 
• United Arab Emirates 
• Finally, The Netherlands 

Examples of famous architecture  

• Firstly, Eiffel tower – France, Paris. In fact, it was constructed 31^st of March 1889 

• Secondly, The Burj Al Arab – Dubai. Constructed in 1994, Finished 1999 

• Parthenon – Greece, Athens. Constructed in 447BC 

• Angkor Wat – Cambodia. Constructed in the 12^th century  

• Saint Peters Basilica – Italy, Rome, Vatican. So, this started to be constructed in 1506 and was finished in 1415. 

• Sydney Opera House – Australia, Sydney. Constructed in 1973 

• Colosseum – Italy, Rome. Constructed in 70AD 

• Tower bridge London. – Constructed in 1886  

• Hagia Sophia Istanbul – Turkey. Constructed in 537AD 

• Kremlin – Moscow. In addition, its constructed in the 13^th century  

• Empire State Building – New York. Constructed in the 1930s 

• Petronas Towers Kuala – Malaysia, Lumpur.  Constructed in 1993 

• Leaning tower Pisa – Italy, Pisa. Furthermore, its constructed in 1173  

• Taj Mahal – India, Agra. So, it was constructed in 1631 

• Guggenheim museum Bilbao– Spain, Bilbao. Constructed in 1997 

• Beijing national stadium – China, Beijing. Constructed in 2008 

• Flatiron Building – New York. Furthermore, its constructed in 1902  

• Villa Savoye – France, Poissy. In fact, it was constructed 1931 

• Finally, Kauffman residence or falling water – Pennsylvania. Constructed in 1936. 

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