In this Discussion Board you will demonstrate an understanding of some of the fundamental concepts about architecture as presented in the class material.
We learn in this module that concerns over limited resources, energy conservation, maximized use of resources and sustainability are predominant concerns in new architectural designs. Organizations like the US Green Building Council and the Center for maximum Potential building Systems encourage and educate architects on how to use renewable materials and new technology on their designs.
Examples from GTA include a Szechuan Chinese model village designed by an American husband and wife team, Gail Vittori and Pliny Fisk III (see Art Gallery).
For this Discussion Board:
- Find (google) a building that was designed with environmental concerns in mind.
- Post an image of your choice.
- Provide the factual background (who, where, when, what, etc) for the building.
- Explain how the architect respond to environmental concerns. List both positive and negative aspects of the design including specific technologies and resulting benefits.
NOTE: If you like you may also approach this topic from the opposite angle and find a building that grossly ignores (perhaps deliberately?) any environmental concerns.
For full credit make sure you address all aspects of this discussion board and answer the specific questions for both artists. Respond to two other posts including two of our established categories (see general instructions).
Reminder: All posts are written to the uninformed reader and should contain an introductory statement and a conclusion. For complete information on word-count, format, and writing requirements of discussion boards, consult the directions found in the Course Introduction tab on Bb.
