Essays and Research Papers on Architecture & Design

A paper which looks at the postmodern and high-tech movements in architecture, with specific reference to individual buildings representing these trends. The paper also looks at the relationship between architecture and the political, social and economic processes of the latter part of the twentieth century. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 4 page paper which analyzes and discusses Frank Lloyd Wright’s Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is a 4 page paper which examines and critiques a study for the construction of hurricane wind shelters. The bibliography has 1 source.

A 10 page discussion of some of the most fascinating archaeological examples of all time. Constructed of the simplest materials, these churches have endured the centuries to be ever-persistent reminders of a simpler time when, although tools and equipment were quite basic, great wonders could be produced by skilled craftsmen. Bibliography lists 5 ...

A 4 page paper on the life of Frank Lloyd Wright. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the architectural element of brickwork in the Palmer Museum of Art in Pennsylvania. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 6 page paper explores the art movement of the 1960s as well on its continued influence on architecture today. Minimalist gardens are discussed. The minimal lifestyle is also explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines how the Spanish Baroque and Rococo architectural styles influenced the Spanish Baroque and Rococo interiors. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the development of English Colonial and Georgian architecture in early American history as seen in the work Early American Architecture by Hugh Morrison. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper which examines the Great Ziggurat in Mesopotamia. bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which compares different cathedrals. The cathedrals examines are Canterbury Cathedral, Cologne Cathedral, and St. John Divine Cathedral. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page research paper/essay that, first, discusses Charles Baudelaire's concept of the flaneur, or pedestrian observer of urban life. Then, the writer discusses the concept of the flaneur in relation to city life in Savannah, Georgia. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page examination of the Great Sphinx of Giza. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page examination of the development of buildings in the 19th century. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page analysis of the Lincoln Memorial. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 14 page paper looks at the development and potential use of statements of community involvement (SCIs) as part of the planning process in the UK. The paper considers the theory behind the use and whether they are likely to add value to the planning process and create greater accountability and transparency in the system ...

A 10 page review of the many Islamic influences that can be found in Venetian architecture. The Doge’s Palace (Ducal Palace) in particular is explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 9 page paper, including a 1 page outlines discusses different current major influences on design and architecture, including issues of environmentalism and design in the context of the environment, costs and lifecycle costs as well as the changing functions of buildings. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the issues that could and do affect the realization of architecture. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the Joan of Arc Memorial that was created by Anna Vaughn Hyatt Huntington and sits in a New York City Park. Some background information about the work is included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses various aspects of the chair. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the ancient Maya city of Copán, which is noted for its hieroglyphs rather than its architecture. The structures that are there, such as Temple 22, seem to serve dual functions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at why design should not be undertaken with the average person in mind. The paper argues that for design purposes there is no such thing as the average person and that more may be gained if diversity is embraced and allowed for in design. The paper cites many examples to ...

A 4 page overview of the importance of medieval sculpture. This paper relates the strong tie which existed between art and religion during this time period. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing modernism as it applies to LeCorbusier and Ebenezer Howard, followed by the post-war critiques of modernism by Venturi, Superstudio and Rem Koolhaas. Of these three, Venturi's observations have the greatest basis in real life for real people. Superstudio imposes unrealistic values and Koolhaas chooses to go along with ...