Essays and Research Papers on Architecture & Design

A 28 page paper discussing the restoration of centuries-old canals in Central Scotland and the creation of the Falkirk Wheel linking two of those canals, as well as the resulting rejuvenation of the economy of Central Scotland. The planners establishing the method by which the Project would take on various aspects of the overall ...

This 5-page paper describes the modernism and post-modernism architecture that popped up in the quarter century following the end of World War II. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

After a brief discussion of influences, this paper looks at modern architecture in Southern California (post-1945), and includes works by Frank Gehry, Pierre Koenig's Stahl House, Louis I. Kahn's Salk Institute, and Arata Isozaki's MOCA. Bibliography lists 5 sources. JVsoCali.rtf

This 4 page paper examines the evolution of fashion though the twentieth century. Looking at the notable trends, the important designers and the cyclic nature of fashion. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 15 page paper examines all aspects of the Laon Cathedral in France. More specifically, this paper highlights the structure of the Laon, as well as the many unique internal and external details of the structure. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper highlights how the architecture of the Federalist period very much reflected the growing nationalism of the era even though it was so heavily influenced by neo-classical elements. This paper highlights the works of Thomas Jefferson, Charles Bulfinch, and Thomas Thornton as examples. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page report discusses the Disney Coprorations development of the "New Urbanist" community of Celebration, Florida. The city itself is considered within the framework of art and how the community was "crafted" in much the same way that a painting is put together. The town, located just south of Walt Disney World in northwest ...

A 12 page paper which examines the Roman baths, and bath houses. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page research paper that contrasts and compares 3 museums, and then discusses the writer's favorite museums in the DC area. This examination of museums discusses each museum's specific purpose, considering what is valued in each museum. Bibliography lists sources.

This 8-page paper discusses, compares and contrasts architectural styles between the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building in New York City. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper which compares artistic and architectural aspects of Saint-Sernin in Toulouse and Chartres Cathedral. Bibliography ists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper which illustrates how the elements of the art in 18th century Italian Baroque ceiling paintings strongly reflect and support the beliefs of the time period. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper which compares and contrasts the Pantheon and the Parthenon. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper analyzes the films: Metropolis, Blade Runner, and I, Robot for examples of how architecture and film have influenced one another and how architecture is utilized in these movies. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the usefulness of this type of foundation. It then goes on to provide information on how to create such a foundation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6-page paper provides a general overview of San Francisco and the surrounding areas, covering topics including character, urban layout and site attraction. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page research paper that discusses the architecture of early Southern homes. The writer explores the various ways in which the environment of the New World changed Old World architectural forms in seventeenth century homes. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 9 page paper which examines modernist architecture in British Columbia. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 6 page paper examines the controversy surrounding this Los Angeles hotel that is considered to be a landmark. Whether it should be torn down and replaced is discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

In today’s California, midcentury modern houses with their flowering spaces and walls of glass are extremely desirable. It has to do with the environment and spirit of California, which retains a little glitz and a little earth. One of the architectural teams contributing heavily to this style was Conrad Buff and Donald Hensman. This team ...

Meis van der Rohe’s unique minimalist style was influenced by his times and by his German mentors of The Bauhaus movement which focuses on the personal history of Meis within the frame of the weimer Republic and his association with it, the Bauhaus movement and particular elements of his furniture design including metal, chrome, leather, ...

A 4 page research paper that discusses monuments and architectural structures from ancient history that reflect the manner in which architecture fulfills human needs and aspirations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the history and architecture of the Guggenheim Museum. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 30 page paper analyzes elements from the Eichler Homes Group (Wright, Schindler, Scharoun)for their application and theories dealing with experiential continuity in the residence. Specific examples given, applications for modern construction debated. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts 3 different Roman triumphal arches. The arches examined are the Arch of Constantine, the Arch of Titus, and the Arch of Septimius Severus. Bibliography lists 4 sources.