Completed in 1964 in Philadelphia, United States. Most critics usually regard consistency in architecture an important aspect of the design. However in the Vanna Venturi House Robert Venturi took the...
Is it just me or is the start of this new year flying by already?? I feel like the older I get, the quicker the year goes by. We've only been back in school for about 10 days but we sure are flying by with our curriculum!! It's almost that time of year for state testing, which means all third grade classes at my school double on math. We've been doing this for the past three years I've been at this school (and they've done it years before as well) in order to get the kids ready for state testing. We cover so much material in this third quarter, it's CRAZY! In only the 10 days we've been back, we've already covered multiplying 2-digit numbers by 1 using both distributive property and standard algorithm, elapsed time, transformations, and congruent similar shapes. I must say that I am SO PROUD of my kids. They have totally got their elapsed time problems down to a T. This has always been such a difficult skill for my kiddos..we normally teach this in quarter 1. I have no idea why?? This year, I told myself that I would wait because in quarter 1 I'm torturing myself as well as my students. I waited and it has made all the difference. It is amazing at how well they grasped this concept since their mathematical minds have matured over the course of this school year. We took our assessments today and almost all of the students got MP's! Yay!! Last but not least, I wanted to share a foldable that we made to help the kids with transformations. I got my inspiration from Cierra and Shannon at Fabulous Fourth Grade. If you aren't already a subscriber to their blog you really need to head over there!! They have a ton of awesome resources..not to mention (the post that I linked) has a billion foldable ideas that are so great!! Awesome visuals ladies :) Used a brad so students can physically turn their shape Have a great rest of the week!!
The kids have been playing architect for some time now. It has been fun for all and is a great activity for older children. Get some graph paper (if you do not have any in the house just google graph paper and you can get free printable paper). The kids have drawn all different floor […]
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Architecture and Architect No-Prep Activity Packet: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource The Architecture and Architect No-Prep Activity Packet is a comprehensive teaching resource for educators focusing on bringing architecture to life in the classroom. Designed to cater to students from Grade 2 through Grade 6 , it presents versatile activities across different competency levels, making it ideal for differentiated learning environments. This activity packet combines reading, drawing, and puzzle-solving exercises all centered around the theme of architecture. It starts with basic discussions about what architecture is and who architects are, before delving into specific elements of the discipline such as architectural sketching and famous structures worldwide. Educator Features: Versatility And Adaptability One notable feature of this resource is how it engages students in various ways. For instance: They can comprehend concepts via reading passages like 'What is Architecture?' or 'Famous Buildings.' Stimulate their creativity through architectural drawings assignments such as 'Draw Your House' or 'Architecture Patterns.' Enrich vocabulary with activities pertaining to key terminology in the domain. Educators can adapt these resources according to individual student needs—whether for group projects or personal assignments codifying learning at an individual pace. Furthermore, memory-based fun exercises include an ‘Architect Acrostic Poem’ composition or solving 'Architecture Word Problems'. An Intriguing Blend Of Construction And Creativity The activity pack encourages constructive play with a ‘Make a Pyramid’ craftivity designed to enhanced hands-on understanding of pyramid construction principles. Bridging The Gap Between History And Science Classroom Learning The application extends beyond just science classrooms—it's equally beneficial for those studying history with content exploring historical periods through their prominent architectures such as: from Egypt: The Great Pyramid, going through Greek Temple Symmetry all the way up-to Modern Architecture. History-driven instructions prompt in-depth analysis sparked by architecture-themed readings followed by correlated responses. A pdf File-Type Activity Toolkit This kit is designed as a PDF file type activity toolkit inclusive of numerous high-quality graphics keeping young learners intrigued while ensuring educational richness strengthening foundational knowledge about architecture—a subject mostly under-explored within typical class structure yet profoundly influential shaping society itself! An Educational Aid Developed By Experienced Educators This toolkit is a time-efficient deployment that assures teachers and homeschoolers an interesting, interactive approach to architecture study within STEM or integrated learning surroundings. It's indeed a valuable resource created with a clear understanding of educators' challenges and students' diverse learning abilities. Architecture and Architect No-Prep Activity Packet
These exterior house remodel before-and-after shots demonstrate how a house can go from ordinary to unforgettable.
Twisting the classic use of brick created a contemporary urban carpet MASU Planning: Grønnegade square was redesigned in 2010, to become a square worthy of its place in front of Brandt’s Art Museum and Culture Institution in Odense city center. The square provides the city with a new diverse urban space for activity and recreation. […]
Landscape Works with Piet Oudolf and Lola: In Search of Sharawadgi presents the garden visions of both Piet Oudolf and LOLA Landscape Architects. One of the world's foremost living garden designers and a leading figure of the "New Perennial" movement, Piet Oudolf has completed such projects as the garden for the High Line and Battery Park in New York. LOLA Landscape Architects is an architectural firm based in Rotterdam that specializes in transforming public spaces, often postindustrial sites, through optimization of the landscape's natural ecosystem. Travel on an international journey through gardens designed by both Oudolf and LOLA, including some designed together. Their work presents the re-imagination of public spaces and demonstrating the application of the gardening style of Sharawadgi, in which rigid lines and symmetry are avoided to give the scene an organic, naturalistic appearance. 192 Pages | 8" x 0.5" x 11.25"
A collage montage. Brought to you by some hard-workin', Parisian-lovin' second grade artists. As you know, the kids in my art room have been spending some time in Paris. So you'll have to bear with me as every upcoming project I feature for my "In the Art Room" series, is gonna be something Parisian. You might recall last week was the third graders Printed Paris Project. This week, I present to you the second graders Collage Paris. I'm bringing these to you fresh off the drying rack...be careful, the glue is still wet. Paris, day and night. We began this project shortly after completing our suitcase portfolios and our passports. Interested in creating a collaged landscape (it doesn't have to be Parisian, check out our Egyptian version from last year)? It's a whole lotta fun. You'll need the following: 12" X 18" paper 12" X 6" paper washable tempra paint (I prefer Crayola because the other stuff is junk. Trust me, I've tried it all.) texture combs construction paper glue cups and glue brushes (I gave up on glue bottles long ago. They clog and the kids stab 'em with pencils and scissors. Give them a little cup with glue and a small paint brush and you'll never go back to the bottle. The GLUE bottle, that is.) We began this project with a lesson on with color and value. The 12" X 18" piece of paper that the kids were given was folded into six sections: three at the top and bottom. On the first day we chatted about creating shades and a gradation. We began right above the middle fold, painting the first section blue and adding a bit of black. Each section above that was to be a darker value. The following art class, we chatted about tints. Each section below the middle was to be a lighter value of blue. And, viola! A gradated paper. On our third art class, we learned how to mix green and created a textured piece of paper with our texture comb. Don't have texture combs? You can make them by cutting notches into pieces of cardboard. I did that for years. Then I caved and purchased these plastic doohickeys. And I was like, where have these been all of my life?! I love 'em so much, they tend to make an appearance in just about every one of our art projects. You know my art classes are 1/2 an hour, right? You've heard me belly-ache about that before. I'm an expert belly-ache-r, if you didn't know. So if it seems like my project is broken down into teeny-tiny bite-sized bits, now you know why. The following art class, we chatted about collage which is like French for paper and glue. How perfect! The kids were given the choice of having an evening or day time sky by either having the dark value or the light at the top of their paper.. Most opted for the Midnight in Paris vibe. Once that was decided, they were to tear their green paper diagonally, position the torn part on their paper so it created the River Seine and glue down. After a chat about painting clouds (if they are near the horizon line, they should be small and grow larger in size as they approach the top of the page) and stars/moon (with a glance at Vincent van Gogh's Starry Night for a ring-lit look) and the sun (all I ask is no sunglasses, puh-lease!), the wee artists were permitted to make their masterpiece their own. Before: plain landscape. After: Parisian Paradise! After the completion of our collage landscape, we began our study of the famous structures of Paris. After learning the history behind the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame, we learned how to create them. We chatted about how each was symmetrical and could easily be created with a folded piece of paper. The above and below bulletin boards were on display at the front of the room. This allowed the kids to work on each structure at their own pace. As we worked on our structures, we kept them safe in an envelope until each was complete. Do you remember that groovy group of college kids I had hanging in my art room earlier this school year? Well, I've got a new group and one of them created this awesome bulletin board to help introduce symmetry and the famous Parisian structures to the kids. Of course, no introduction is complete without the help of Jes, our school mascot! A kind French friend snapped these photos of Jes around Paris. Thank you so much, Sophie. This has been a wonderful way to excite the kids about exploring the world. Gotta love an innovative thinker. One of my students wanted his buildings to "pop out". Recalling our paper collages from kindergarten, he folded feet onto the bottom of his houses and glued it so his structures would stand up. Genius! Love that crooked row of buildings! Thanks for joining us on our Collage-Landscape Fantasticness! I hope you enjoyed these masterpieces as much as these artists did creating them. Next up: First Grade Hot Air Balloons over Paris. Stay tuned!
Read below to find out how we created these, see step-by-step pics and watch my YouTube tutorial on this lesson! Printmaking is one of my favorite things to teach in art. I love it because it alway…
Image 2 of 20 from gallery of Sagaponac House / Stan Allen Architect. Photograph by Michal Moran
FAD Fija Floor Lamp by Santa and Cole Barcelona, Spain design by Miguel Mila. 1974 Originally designed for the headquarters of Barcelona's FAD (Fostering Arts and Design Association). The FAD was founded in 1903 by a group of artisans and architects deeply concerned about the consequences of industrialization. For decades, the association has been a pioneer advocate for Spanish architecture and projective arts. Mila's timeless design is a true expression of industrial craftsmanship. A hollowed cylindrical oak structure, creates a vertical symmetry that gracefully supports a white linen shade. The cross-shaped legs that recall other classics by Miguel Mila, share the same dimensions as the shade's lower circumference. Designed without artifice, the FAD floor and table lamps spark emotion through their simplicity. Both formats allow adjustable light intensity General Description Natural oak wood structure White linen lampshade Electric cable length: 2.5 m / 98.4" Dimension Shade: 16.9" D x 9.4" H Overall height: 57.2" Base: 19.3" D Approximate weight (unpacked) 3 kg / 6.6 lb Lamping 1 x E26 (Maximum Height 13 mm / 5.1") or 12 W LED bulb not included or Max. 100 W Code FADSB01UL CertificationsIncludes dimmer (dimmable light source required).Compatible with bulbs of the Energy efficiency class (E.E.C): A++... E.Suitable only for indoor use.Always use the light source recommended or equivalent. Shipping InfoUsually ships in 5 to 7 business days.
Experience the 1592 Masterpiece: La Villa Capra La Rotonda, designed by Andrea Palladio : the greatest architectural works of the Renaissance
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Read below to find out how we created these, see step-by-step pics and watch my YouTube tutorial on this lesson! Printmaking is one of my favorite things to teach in art. I love it because it alway…
Okay- so this have got to be my FAVORITE new project of the year. I saw someone post a picture on Pinterest from Artsonia where a CD was a rose window and then the Cathedral was drawn behind it. I was like "DUH!!!! What a PERFECT project for using CD's! How have I not thought of this? GENIUS!" I have been waiting for what feels like months for clay to be over and such to try out this idea. I finally had the perfect moment to start this with a group of 5th graders! I first spent about 45 minutes of planning the lesson trying to find an interesting/short/information video on Rose Windows to show my students.... man was that a task. I could find short boring videos, or interesting documentaries - but nothing that fit my whole criteria... well, that is until I found this: Okay - so it isn't exactly perfect and I managed to talk over the part where the guy says "bloody hell" and then I skip the part about the commission for a new rose window. (I am okay with mentioning religion when it comes in context of art/architecture - but I didn't feel it was necessary to bring in the modern religious icons.) The thing I love about the video, other than the accents, is that it shows rose windows, a brief history, and even a few ruins. So, after the video (or before if I remember) I give a little history - set the scene for these mammoth buildings. I try to explain to the kids that these are not 'just stained glass windows' but that these are THE WINDOWS. It is hard to really explain a life to kids where there is no real visual stimulation - there were no billboards, signs, advertisements, ipads, tvs, photographs and such during the time when these were built. People were not use to seeing images at all let alone on such a GRAND scale. I then show some stills of these cathedrals and point out how little the people are, or the chairs on the inside. It is hard to describe how LARGE these structures are without a point of reference. After I get done talking at them (which I try not to do - but sometimes it is necessary), we discuss what they notice about the rose windows while looking at some still photographs. -- Round, symmetrical, colors, patterns go around the center.... etc. I then explain to them that they are going to create their own Rose Window. They can either: A) Start right away - but there is NO erasing sharpie so they will have to problem solve their mistakes. B) Get a scrap sheet of paper and practice a few designs. I hand out CD's and Sharpies and let them go. The next time they come we look at a slide show of Gothic Cathedrals - complete with Rose Windows. After a few photos I put up the picture shown below with 6 Cathedrals side by side. I ask the students to look at them. Compare, contrast the different buildings. What do they have in common, how are they different? They discuss these things at their table, we share a few as a class -- 3 door sections, LOTS of arches, steeples (though not always symmetrical), rose window in the middle, 3 layers (doors, middle, steeple), recessed doors. Next, I pass out 'stone' colored construction paper with a handout containing pictures of the Cathedrals we just looked at. Students use these pictures to help them make their own Gothic structure. They draw with pencil, trace with Sharpie. Then, the last we do is some shading to give the Gothic structures some pizazz. I explain about the sun making shadows and how that helps us understand depth and shape. We discuss that depending on where our light source, the sun, is will determine where our shadows go. I show them how to take a black colored pencil and draw a shadow on the left or right side every line on their paper (excluding where their building and sky meet). (Some struggle with this idea more than others - but its all good). At this point if students want to be done - okay. If they want to go above and beyond I have them go in with a white oil pastel and do the same on the opposite side of each line and color the sky in with a sky color. These are spectacular to look at! I love how each one looks completely different. Amazing!
To celebrate some of the world's most spectacular sights, Lonely Planet has rounded up 120 breath-taking buildings in a new book, Amazing Architecture: A Spotter's Guide. From national treasures to quirky constructions, here's a selection of some of the must-see monuments.
Image 6 of 12 from gallery of Zsolt Hlinka's Urban Symmetry Photographs Reimagine Danube River Architecture. Photograph by Zsolt Hlinka
Use architectural landmarks to explain symmetry to children, then create simple drawings with these printable draw-the-missing-half art prompts!
Do you know any kids who are fascinated by architecture from other cultures, how buildings are designed and built, or what it's like to be an architect? We've gathered up a great collection of books, activities, apps, and websites for learning all about builders and buildings. Try pairing fiction with nonfiction books and exploring different genres (like poetry and biographies) and formats (like graphic novels and audio books). You'll be creating your own "text sets" — collections of texts focused on a specific topic, such as builders and buildings. Reading widely in this way helps children build background knowledge, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
