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Architecture

Art and science of structural design. Architectural responsibilities include both feasibility analysis and aesthetic considerations.

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What is coffered slab?

A ceiling in which the beams and cross-beams leave a regular pattern of square or multi-sided sunken panels, or coffers, each of which is often decorated with molded, carved and painted decoration.

Colonnade .

Can spiral stairs be used for emergency exits in modern buildings?

Our local Fire Marshal allowed them - -and there are several in buildings in this area.

Waterford, VT

How do you set up roof truses?

Roof trusses are meant to support the weight of tiles, waterproofing and insulation which go into a house roof. The key to successful placement of the trusses is to ensure that the first one is in its exact position at one end of the roof and, very important, is vertical. Another is erected in the same fashion at the other end. Then string lines can be positioned to ensure that their shapes coincide when viewed from the end

Why were most buildings built from the same materials and with a similar roof design in Ancient Egypt?

because in ancient Egypt they had one sense of civilization and only one way they knew how to build.

What type of structure is your foot?

I am pretty sure a foot is a frame structure because frame structures have a skeleton of very strong material (being bones) which supports the weight of the skin.

Part of the foot structure is in the form of an arch.

What are the trends affecting food service design?

changes in patterns of dining out, chages in desired menu items , economic factors , flexibility of users , energy conservation, built in safety sanitation and noise reduction

Whats the address for pro cad store?

The company is registered in Manchester but even companies house can't verify it's a legitimate company. Would strongly recommend somebody else than these people. I recently purchased autocad 2007 from Procad store when i recievd my item i had noticed it was a fake copy and the product could not be updated. when i rang autodesk they had told me that procad store was a fake site and they were investigating the company.

Did medieval castels have bathrooms?

no they didnt they went ware they please and they used good smelling sent to cover it up i know its really gross

Why is it important to research building codes and local ordinances before beginning the design of a project?

Because if you don't follow the codes, your project will either be taken from you by the government or demolished.

What is lightweight foam concrete?

trinity trade foamed concrete Concrete foam insulation is 100% Fireproof and that is one its major selling points over other forms of home insulation. It is also 100% Mold Proof including all types of toxic mold

There is no leaching of toxic gasses, it is 100% Non-Toxic, Free of CFC's & Formaldehyde

Concrete foam insulation offers a very high R-value, No loss of R-value over time

If offers excellent soundproofing qualities.

Once in place it is Non-Shrinking and Non-Settling

There are no future disposal problems and it is Non-Hazardous as waste

It is fully bug and Rodent Proof The primary components of concrete foam insulation are cement which is made of calcium, magnesium oxide and alumina, water and air. When the home is demolished in the distant future no harmful waste is produced. What remains of the concrete foam insulation is easily broken down and remains inert in a landfill. It can also be crushed and repurposed in the future. Concrete foam insulation is blown in to walls and cavities and once in place provides an outstanding R-value plus all of the benefits listed above. It has been installed in the National Audubon Societies headquarters and even Nobel prize winner Al Gore's estate. Because the cement destroys bugs protective coatings they do not nest or live in walls that have been sprayed with it. There are no ozone destroying gasses or off gassing of toxic gasses into the home as some insulations cause. beijing trintiy trade is one maker of concrete foam insulation http://www.foamed.com.cn

Why do they have geometrical patterns on the outside of a mosque?

It is traditionally applied practice for a mosque architect to have minaret (or tower) and sometimes a dome. It is just something to distinguish a mosque from any other close by buildings.

Why does so little remain of sumerian architecture?

So little remains of Sumerian architecture because most of their structures consisted of mud-brick buildings, which have since, easily deteriorated.

How many architects will be needed for the road expansion?

The road expansion across the Martian landscape will require between thirty and fifty engineers, due to the massive size and scope of the project and the difficulty of navigating through the Martian landscape.

Give you some solid points against that a man is the architect of his own destiny?

if the man was architect of his own he would totally distroyed the life of fellow human being.if he would the architect of own destiny he would straight away enter to the office the assistant commisioner and told the incumbant to vacate the office for him because he had dicidede to be an AC of that place for then ownward.

What is the significance of the study of computers to civil engineers?

There are many software packages that are useful for civil engineers if they know how to use computers.

For example,

AutoCad is useful in preparation of drawings of the structures.

StaadPro is useful in designing the structures.

NisaCivil also is a Civil engineering Design software.

Various packages can be utilized for quantity surveying, and billing also.

You can integrate AutoCad with StaadPro and NisaCivil as well and generate layout drawings for use in estimation and costing, and execution of construction works at site.

Also you can use office packages for all kinds of documentation that is essential in engineering.

Where can a person go to see the latest styles in building design?

A person can see some of the latest building designs on the About website. They have a section dedicated to architecture of all genres. One can also see building design styles on the Cork Visual Arts website.

How many marble columns are in front of the US Supreme Court Building?

There are sixteen Corinthian-style columns supporting the front pediment of the Supreme Court Building.

What are the Elements of architecture according to vitruvius?

The Elements of Architecture as described by Vitruvius are Utility, Firmness and Beauty also known as Commodity, Strength and Delight

Who is davie vanity?

He's one of the singers in the band Blood On The Dance Floor=)