Architecture & Design’s Post

Beauty within Architecture is all about form & details 😁

Beaux-Arts Architecture Style: A Journey into Elegance and Grandeur in Architecture" 🏛️ Origin and Influence: 📌Developed in 19th-century France. 📌Inspired by classical Greek and Roman architecture. 📌Influenced by Renaissance and Baroque styles. 🏰 Architectural Elements: 📌Symmetry and balance are key. 📌Grandiose facades with ornate detailing. 📌Large-scale sculptural decorations. 📌Use of classical orders (Doric, Ionic, Corinthian). 🎨 Materials and Finishes: 📌Predominantly stone and marble. 📌Elaborate use of decorative elements. 📌Rich color palette with gold accents. 🌐 Spatial Planning: 📌Emphasis on axial planning and hierarchy. 📌Integration of sculpture, painting, and decorative arts. 📌Public buildings, museums, and civic structures. 🔍 Characteristics: 📌Academic and formal aesthetic. 📌Celebration of history and cultural heritage. 📌Seen in iconic structures like the Paris Opera. 📐 Legacy: 📌Beaux-Arts principles influential in city planning. 📌Contributed to the City Beautiful Movement. #beauxarts #architecturalhistory #artandarchitecture #architecturalheritage #historicbuildings #architecturaldetails #architecture_hunter #designinspiration #historicpreservation #architecturalhistory #buildingdesign #fyiarch #linkedinforcreators

Ancient Greece or 21st Century? You decide.. Ideal Work Microtopping® stretching the eons of time! ⁠ #idealworkuk #architects #photooftheday #art #architecturephotography #photography #love #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #luxuryhomes #instahome #luxurylifestyle #homedecoration #lifestyle #modern #thinkconcrete #powerfloating #microtopping #construction #decoration⁠

🧠Yes, Dan Flavin is famous for his fluorescent-light art, but for me the wow moment was seeing everything white turning into pink while standing in the green room. 🟢This exhibition features two galleries: one gallery has a series of six vertically oriented works in cool white light, and the opposite gallery has six diagonal works in green light. 😅 Of course, pink is a complimentary color of green! But for the first 5 minutes I was exiting the green room & going to white room to check if light is changing to pink, but no this was a brain trick! 🦩My observation sketch is below #lightart #spatialdesign #lightingdesign #architecture #lighting

My latest article on Stone Update: "A Tale of Two Cities (in Tile and Stone): Architectural Beauty Abounds in #London and #Paris!" #tileinstallation #tiledesign #timelessdesign #timelessstyle #architecturaldesign #architecturelovers #tilestyle #londonarchitecture #parisianart

Arbre French Oak, a warm entrance into Elphin Grove. Book a consultation to view the Arbre range. ⁠ Architecture by Bryant Alsop Architects Build by Fortem Projects Photography by Jack Lovel ⁠ #arbreflooring #arbreluxe #timberflooring #melbourneinteriors #interiorstyling #interiordesign #naturalinteriors #tonalinteriors

Here is Part 2 of my trip to Cologne, Germany 🥨 Let me tell you a little about the Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom) 😍 It stands 157m tall, making it the world’s third-largest Gothic-style cathedral. With an impressive 10,000 square meters of windows, it attracts around 20,000 visitors daily. The construction of this masterpiece began in 1248 and spanned over six centuries to complete its iconic form. 🏗 Approx. 300,000 tons of stones were used in its construction, including trachyte, sandstone, and limestone, creating stunning sculptures and canopies. ⛏ The colourful glass windows are especially impressive. I was fortunate to visit on a sunny day, and the windows looked beautiful. 😊 The cathedral features two imposing towers that dominate the skyline of Cologne. These twin spires have become an enduring iconic symbol of the city. 🌆 Next time I visit Cologne, I want to climb up the Southern Tower's 533 steps. At the top, there is the world's largest swinging bell, the Saint Peter bell, which weighs an insane 24 tonnes. 🤯 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬: ◾ It miraculously survived World War II bombings. ◾ In 1996, Cologne Cathedral was deservedly added to UNESCO's World Heritage list. ◾ For a brief period, from 1880 to 1884, it held the prestigious title of the world's tallest building at 157 meters. ◾ Innovative building techniques, such as cranes, hoists, and wooden scaffolding, were employed during construction, a remarkable feat in the Middle Ages. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- So, if you ever find yourself in Cologne, don't miss the chance to experience the majesty of the Cologne Cathedral firsthand. 🙋♀️ (it's right next to the main train station...) #Cologne #Architecture #History

🌍 International Earth Day: The Heart of Glass. Glass tells stories about our deep relationship to the world, from the sands of antiquity to the wonders of contemporary artistry. Everything we do revolves around glass. Glass allows us to see farther, enabling the construction of windows—one of a building’s most crucial components. The outside world, the sun rising through the building, and the surrounding natural environment. Only inside, through a window, is all of this possible to see and feel. A true vision without boundaries. HYLINE opens the window to your dreams. ℹ TECHNICAL INFORMATION Location: Brazil System: HY40 Architect: Roberto Migotto Arquitetura E Interiores Photography: Fernando Guerra #Glass #EarthDay #HYLINE

What are the most popular architectural styles in history? 1.Classical Architecture: Known for symmetry and columns, classical architecture, seen from ancient Greece to the Renaissance, emphasizes proportional, grand facades with ornate detailing. 2.Gothic Architecture: Medieval Europe's Gothic style boasts pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses in cathedrals with intricate stained glass and stone carvings. 3.Renaissance Architecture: Reviving classical elements, Renaissance architecture (15th-16th century) showcases domes, pilasters, and classical motifs in balanced, proportional designs. 4.Baroque Architecture: From the 17th century, Baroque architecture is opulent, with curving forms, ornate facades, and grand interiors featuring gilded stucco, frescoes, and sculptures. #classicalarchitecture #gothicarchitecture #renaissancearchitecture #baroquearchitecture #architecturalhistory #historicstyles #ancientdesigns #medievalbeauty #architecturalwonders #designhistory