What are the advantages and disadvantages of marble?
Marble looks nice for counter tops and kitchen floors, although it is rather expensive to buy off the market.
A disadvantage is that it can discolor and pollution harms it. Things can also cause pits in it. A pair of heels on a marble floor can cause damage. Marble can also burn.
Why are buildings in hot places in hot countries usually white?
To reflect the sun so they don't get as hot inside.
What is the purpose of an arched roof?
Churches require a very large open space that is is either free of columns, or limits columns to the periphery so that the worshipers view to the altar is unobstructed. In modern times, spanning large distances is made relatively easy by the use of steel. However, in those early eras of church construction, the process for making steel had not yet been invented by humans. This meant that the structural materials used in buildings were limited to masonry, wood, and concrete-like mixes. When used as a beam, the physical properties of wood limit the length that it can span to relatively short distances. Thus, the traditional building method known as "post and lintel" (beam and column) was not much of an option if very large column-free spaces were desired.
When humans discovered how to make arches out of stone and bricks, it provided a way to span much greater distances without columns. Thus, the large, column-free churches of the past were made out of series of arches.
Over time, the look and feel of these arched cathedrals became the symbol and standard of a Christian church, and so even in current times when steel beams are available, churches are often made to resemble the arched-construction of the past.
In reality, the arches found in modern day churches are not actually "true arches" that transmit forces by compression only, from the keystone down - but rather steel framed structures that are shaped to mimic the appearance of the arches of the iconic churches of the past.
How do you find out the lenght of a story house?
Assuming that you don't have access to surveying equipment, one way is to wait until a sunny day and use a 3' rule and a piece of string. Mark a circle on the ground with a radius of 3'. Hold the ruler vertically in the centre of the circle with one end touching the ground. When the shadow of the rule exactly touches the circle, you know the shadow is the same length as the rule. Look for the shadow of the house, place a marker at where the shadow of the top of house ends. Then use a tape measure to measure the distance from the marker to the house. As the rule shadow is the same length as the rule, the house shadow will be the same length as the height of the house.
What are the functions of a frame structure?
The Eiffel tower and a bike are some.
Frame structures are not necessarily only things made of metal and those kind of materials, but also everyday structures like a bed, a chair or a window.
A frame structure is something that is made up of a variety of materials that consists of a frame and is filled in from that.
Who were Frank Lloyd Wright's parents?
Wright's parents were William Cary Wright and Anna Lloyd Jones Wright, who traced their ancestry to Wales. Born Frank Lincoln Wright on June 8, 1867, he changed his middle name from Lincoln to Lloyd after his parents divorced.
I recently found a memoir, Dear Bob, Dear Betty, about his son, Robert Llewellyn Wright and Elizabeth Kehler. It was fascinating to read real stories of their family. The history in this book makes this memoir a work of art.
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What were the greatest architectural achievements of the Baroque era?
Baroque era is the building style of the Baroque era that began in the late 16th century. The Catholic church was first built during this era. It is also a embellishment of the wealth and power of the church.
What are some good speech topics for a grade 5 student?
You could write about staying healthy, animals you like, your hobbies, global warming, etc.
Do architects work on the weekends?
Normally yes, but it really depends on the opening hours of the establishment in which you are working. Hotels will need Chefs for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Restaurants would normally need Chefs for Dinner, or Lunch and Dinner. Therefore shifts could be required to cover Breakfast and lunch, Lunch and Dinner or just Dinner.
Hi, The first step I would recommend would be to get a quote. Have a look at http://www.elyfe.com/remodeling.html where you can get some free quotes from contractors in your area.
chalk is made from substances in the earth, (which i don't know the name of) and it is a weak rock that we always see in class,( depends if your teacher is a smartboard or Geniusboard user or uses marker). Chalk is used for writing, lawn tennis, gymnastics, and toothpaste.
What is a pointed arch in Gothic architecture?
* The Drop arch - a blunt pointed arch drawn from two centers within the span
* The Gothic arch - a pointed arch; usually has a joint (instead of a keystone) at the apex
* The Keel arch, ogee arch - a pointed arch having an S-shape on both sides
* The Trefoil arch - a pointed arch having cusps in the intrados on either side of the apex
The hydrosphere, which is the combined mass of water on, under and around a planet.
seeds develop by needing these parts the embrayo,seed coat and the endosperm
Do architects need math skills?
Let's say you will be required to work with higher level maths. Thus, you need to prepare yourself and make sure you have a strong foundation in math.
What do American homes look like today?
The average American home is Ranch style, single story, 3 bedrooms,1 bathroom, and has 1300-1500 sq. ft. of living space.
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The above would be typical of homes constructed in the southeastern USA in the 70's and 80's, but not as common today.
Today you are more likely to find bungalows and two story cottages, and you would rarely see a home built today that doesn't have at least 2 baths.
Styles vary in other parts of the country.
Blueprints are usually drawn by an architect. In some cases interior designers will also draw blueprints. The other group of people who regularly draw blueprints is students and apprentices of architecture.
Do architects get paid vacations?
Generally, architects are either self employed or salaried employees. In either case, most do not receive overtime pay. They are expected to meet project deadlines and get the job done right. Additional compensation for working extra hours and doing a good job is often received as a quarterly or annual bonus. The amount of the salary and bonus is usually based on a combination of the architect's ability and productivity, and on the overall financial health of the firm.
What is a catchy slogan for a carpenter?
all the wood you need -if we don't have it it hasn't been cut-