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(7) how does post- modern architecture differ from the international style of architecture?

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  • international style unity, anonymity and simplicity
  • post modern- complexity and fun, calls upon historical memories and local context, exploited vernacular
  • return in wit, ornament and reference
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  1. when did post modern architecture begin and then become its own style of architecture?
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  • started as international style in 1950’s

- became own style in 1970s

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  1. the term “neo-eclectic” is often used to describe post- modern architecture. what does this term mean?
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-return of reference and ornament to building facades

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  1. Post modern architecture is said to reject the “rigid rules” of modern architecture. what does this mean?
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  • reject minimalism, true use of materials and absence or ornament
  • rejected functionalism
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  1. post modern architecture is said to have revived some classical elements of architecture . what does this mean?
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  • revival of columns and other pre modern elements; adapt greek and roman influence
  • facades of beaux- arts style and art deco periods
  • place contradictory quotes of previous building styles besides eachother
  • incorp. furniture stylistic references at huge scale
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  1. what do the terms “anthropomorphism” and “double coding” mean in post modern architecture?
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double coding: convey meanings simultaneously

anthropomorphism: giving human like characteristics to objects

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  1. what is meant by the term “Contemporary pluralism”
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  • variety of architectural styles seen today

- includes modernism, rationlism & functionalism, brutalism, historicism, deconstructivism and expressionism

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  1. what is meant by the terms “deconstructivism” and “expressionism”
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deconstructivism: architecture that explores the aesthetics of incomplete construction or breaks a building up into its various component parts
expressionism: non- functional, emotional or aesthetic statement of building or not rationalism, functionalism

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  1. who is considered to be the most prominent Deconstructivist architect? what is an example of his work?
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Frank Gehry

-Gehry House, Santa Monica

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  1. who are 2 other architects known for “deconstructivism” and “expressionism” architecture in toronto?
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Daniel Libeskind; jewish museum, ROM

Santiago Calatrava : Turning torso,

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  1. what 3 elements are said to define Canadian architecture ?
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-bland homogeneity
-deconstructivism
-expressionism
defined by:
-human scale
-material warmth
-connection to site

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  1. what are 3 examples of Canadian Architecture based on the 3 elements?
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  1. The Bilbao Effect ex Libeskind and the Rom
  2. Gehry Art Gallery
  3. Cardinal, St Marys roman catholic church
  4. Erikson; UBC campus
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  1. What is meant by the term sustainability?
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  • responsible management of the earths resources today in order to ensure that they are available for future generations
  • concerned with health of society and the natural env’t
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  1. How can architects and planners have an influence on sustainability?
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-‘built form’ contributes greatly to the over consumption of earths resources ; can make sustainable designs

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  1. How did the modern era of architecture impact the natural env’t and natural resources?
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  • mans activities moved indoors creating need for energy ex lighting, air conditioning, heating ventilation
  • consume 70% of nations electricity , 50% carbon dioxide emissions
  • waste of irreplaceable resources and mass pollution
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  1. Where and when were “Green Design” standards first introduced in the US?
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Seattle Washington, 2000

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  1. What is meant by the term “Eco Features” in the construction of new buildings?
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-low- slow toilets, solar panels and day lighting, floods building interiors with natural light to reduce electricity use

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  1. what does the acronym LEED stand for and what is it?
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Leadship in Energy and Environmental Design

-rating system to implement their green design stds programs

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  1. in what year and by what group was the LEED system introduced?
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1993 through American Natural Resources Defence Council

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  1. How many major categories are included in LEED and what are they?
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8;

  1. location and planning
  2. sustainable sites
  3. water efficiency
  4. energy and atms
  5. materials and resources
  6. indoor env’tal quality
  7. innovation and design process
  8. regional priority
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  1. What are the 4 certification categories for LEED ?
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certified 40-49 pts
silver 50-59 pts
gold 60-79 pts
platinum -80 +

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  1. How many total points are possible in the LEED rating system?
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100 base points
6 for innovation i design
4 regional priority

23
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describe 2 criticisms of the LEED system?

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  • higher initial cost
  • inequitable ; same rating for feature for every project
  • certification $$$
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Describe 2 benefits of the LEED system?

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  • use resources more efficiently

- create healthier env’t for employees and home owners