Architecture papers

An analytical paper on the birth of Gothic architecture with a focus on its beginnings in Paris.

An analytical and argumentative paper on the reasons for the importance of sculpture in architecture during the Romanesque period.

An exploration of how the international style uprooted traditional styles of architecture through innovation of thought and technology.

Analyzes the eighteenth century British aristocratic market consumption as related to culture, politics and architecture.

A review of the book, "What Designers Know" by Bryan Lawson.

This paper looks at aspects of ancient Greek culture and discusses how they are still relevant to contemporary western civilizations.

A look at the characteristics of Mayan civilization prior to the Spanish conquest, according to Diego de Landa's account "Yucatan Before and After the Conquest".

A brief discussion on Stonehenge and The Great Pyramids, two of the most mysterious structures in the world.

An overview of Leonardo da Vinci's architectural and engineering designs and inventions.

A comparison of the National Memorial Arch in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania and the Arch of Constantine in Rome.

The paper examines the architecture of the New Museum of Contemporary Art located in New York, as a representation of the principles of architecture and art of the time and space within which it functions.

A look at the history and planned rebuilding of Pennsylvania Station.

An examination of the factors that affect the planning of hangar construction at airports.

An argument that modernist architecture visually denies our connection to nature.

An analysis and description of Richardsonian Romanesque houses in nineteenth century America.

An examination of the history and design of the Sydney Opera House.

An examination of how the architecture of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) reflects its history.

A discussion of the style of architecture during the French Renaissance.

A description of the life and actions of the Roman Emperor known as Caracalla.

An analysis on the architectural styles in Key West, Florida.

A look at 11th and 12th century Romanesque architecture.

A discussion of how biomimicry applies to all aspects of construction, and can be a tool for efficiency and sustainability.

Presents arguments against the spread of urban sprawl and proposes an alternative solution.

A discussion of the Basque culture of Bilbao and the regeneration of the villa of Bilbao.

A discussion on Fossil Ridge High School, the first school project in Colorado to achieve a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.

A description and analysis of the architecture of the Monadnock building, Chicago.

An overview of the history of Cambodia, including the Pol Pot Regime and Angkor Wat.

A look at the Globe Theatre and the part it played in Shakespeare's plays.

This paper examines North American architecture from the
Pre-Columbian period to the Federalist period.

A case study of the Edward England Potato Warehouse in Cardiff, Wales, discussing its development, facade retention and possible demolition.

A description of the U.S. Chrysler Building with an emphasis on its architectural style.

A look at what the cabinets of curiosity were and how they created knowledge.

Discusses the role of ornament in post modern architecture, using the works of post modern architects Hans Hollein, Michael Graves and Robert Venturi as examples.

A look at the architectural style of the Monadnock Building.

A review of the architectural theories and works of Adolf Loos.

A discussion on domestic architecture.

This paper overviews the most significant aspects of Boston's architecture as it relates to the history of the city.

A review of the design of "Villa Savoye" by Le Corbusier, the 20th century French architect known for his style referred to as "modern architecture."

A discussion of the vision and design of New York's Central Park.

A look at the background of Antonio Gaudi, the Spanish Catalan architect who was famous for his unique and highly individualistic designs.

A review of the of early Buddhist architecture, art and culture in Japan.

A look at the work of architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

The paper examines the iconology that surrounds the final resting place of the Emperor Augustus.

A personal argument against the development of high-rise buildings due to the problems that are associated with them.

The writer studies what is known about Stonehenge, looking for reasons for the building of such a structure.

This paper discusses the history and religious meaning and significance of the Dome of the Rock.

An examination of the impact of Stalin's socialist realism on visual arts in the Soviet Union.

A comparative anaysis of classicism in Nazi architecture and
the work of Le Corbusier.

A discussion on the life and work of Inigo Jones.

A look at the formal and spatial qualities that characterize postmodern architecture and its relationship with classicism.

This paper looks at architecture and design from the period of the Middle Ages.

This paper discusses the effects of town planning in Britain in particular, and looks at the difficulties in measuring such effects.

This paper explores the power of the suburban ideal upon the modern American consciousness.

A description of the history and background of the Colosseum in Rome.

A discussion on effective strategic management in the built environment sector.

This paper discusses false perceptions about timber-framed buildings.

This paper defines and studies issues related to physical planning.

Looks at the archeology, architecture and history surrounding the Mission San Francisco de Asis (Dolores).

This paper presents a research study regarding the need for construction management.

A look into one of history's most famous playhouses, Shakespeare's Globe, highlighting its history, design and its influence on modern day.

A look at the life and work of architect R. Buckminster Fuller.

A discussion of some of the detrimental effects of globalization in Southeast Asia and one architect's suggestion to counter them.

An analysis of how the Arts and Crafts and the De Stijl movements influenced contemporary British and Dutch architecture and design.

This essay looks at Athens, Greece as a city stuck between modern development and historical preservation.

This is a descriptive essay on the Los Angeles Cathedral called, Our Lady of the Angels.

A description of the La Placita Catholic Church of Los Angeles.

Thispaper describes the Los Angeles University Cathedral, which draws thousands of people each week to its Sunday services.

This paper discusses the impact of gender and class on Frank Lloyd Wright's revolutionary architecture.

Describes the steel-girder-based skyscraper, which the author believes to be America's most impressive engineering technical development.

A research proposal to investigate and recommend improvements to the planning and design process of Kasian Architecture & Interior Design Ltd. (Kasian), to be based on ISO 9001 quality principles.

This paper looks into the field of architecture and discusses the profession of an architect.

Looks at the famous stained glass windows of Chartres Cathedral in France.

Looks at postmodernist architect Michael Graves, one of the leading twentieth century architects and designers.

An examination of architectural forms and designs n the Mediterranean Region.

An overview of the history and architecture of Emperor Diocletian's palace and the City of Split.

This paper examines how the architecture of Sweden, the Netherlands and France had a lasting influence on America's architectural culture.

This paper describes the extraordinary reign of Pharaoh Ramses II of Egypt (c.1279-1212 BC), also known as Ramses the Great.

An analysis of some of the uses for and benefits of virtual reality technologies.

An analysis of the ways in which Islamic architecture has influenced the architectural styles of other religions.

A research proposal regarding the re-design and renovation of Nathan Phillips Square of Toronto's City Hall.

This paper discusses the Emery Barnes Park, an area of greenery, water fountains and man-made structures, located in the Yorktown area of Vancouver.

An examination of Sidney Smith Hall in Toronto as modern architecture in relation to two other buildings, Villa Savoye in Poissy and the German Pavilion in Barcelona.

A look at how the National Socialists in Nazi Germany used art and architecture for political purposes.

An analysis of the significant innovations to the Baroque architectural style contributed by Carlo Maderno.

This paper describes the President Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, in Washington, D.C., and the controversy over the depiction of FDR in a wheelchair.

This paper discusses the architectural and societal constituents
of Frank Lloyd Wright's "prairie style" houses.

A brief history of Islamic architecture.

This paper argues that the negative consequences of gentrification should be considered before any changes to a site or a building.

This paper analyzes the American paintings and sculpture exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

This paper discuses Saint Peter, his deeds and the architecture and symbolism of Saint Peter's Basilica.

An analysis of the Seagram Building as a symbol of American capitalism.

This paper analyzes the problems of developing western style housing in Cambodia, especially the urban areas of Phnom Penh.

This paper argues that the castle was the focus of the medieval town.

This paper explores the architectural and societal elements of Frank Lloyd Wright's "prairie style" housing.

An analysis of the characteristics of the Kairouan and Djenne mosques in Africa.

This paper discuses Adolf Loos' building in Vienna called Michaelerplatz and why it was one of the most controversial constructions of its time..

An analysis of the architectural designs of Gottfried Semper, particularly the first and second Dresden Hoftheater.

This paper analyzes the influence of corporate designs on society and the daily lives of individuals.

An analysis of the centrality of Egyptian monuments and architecture to the religion of ancient Egypt.