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Architecture

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

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How many bags of pea gravel would you need to cover 368 square feet if it covered .5 cubic feet per bag?

It would obviously depend on how thickly you wanted to cover the surface, and how 'tall' a single unit of pea gravel was.

You would need 736 bags per foot depth.

Why are the rungs of a ladder parallel?

it is to help climb up because if it is not parallel then you cannot step to go up.....

Is the gauged arch a type of arch?

Bit of a tricky Q, that. A gauged arch is one consisting of wedged stones, whose joints project to a single point. At first glance, it might seem to be that only a simple, semi-circular or Roman arch could be the only possibility. However, if the wedging was variable and reducing toward the keystone, it is possible to create a pointed or gothic gauged arch. (if your teacher squabbles, I could sketch out and email a more detailed explanation)

Open air lobbies are called?

I think "plaza" is the word you're looking for.

You might also try ATRIA...

What is AAMA 1503.1?

AAMA 1503.1 is a test method for the American Architectural Manufacturer's Association. The document is referred to as the Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of windows, Doors, and Glazed Wall Sections.

How much money does an architect get a year with a bachelor's degree?

The base salary for an architect is approximately $78,000. This can go higher or lower depending on what area of the country you live.

Why did they switch from brass bronze hardware such as doorknobs to stainless steel hardware in hospitals?

Stainless steel won't tarnish or rust. It is more cost effective now to use a cheaper metal and coat it with stainless steel. Some hardware is brass coated with stainless steel.

How do you use Navisworks Simulate to show a Cost Loaded Schedule?

The Navisworks simulator will show your cost loaded schedule when you import the applicable data to your program.

How many types of bricks?

There are three types of bricks namely,

  1. Common burnt clay bricks
  2. Heavy duty bricks
  3. Burnt clay perforated bricks.

I wonder about the phrase widow's peak as architectural. Some old 1800 and early 1900 homes near the ocean had a look out tower on the top floor over looking the ocean. Is it a widows peak?

What you are referring to is a "widow's walk", a place where one could watch for the return of a ship. A widow's peak is a hair term...the hairline descends to a point near the center of your forehead.