The Architecture Thread

[LadyOfMystery]

So who here enjoys architecture? Whether it be an old church, or skyscrapers... What do you like? Do you have a favorite type of building or place?

Have you ever went somewhere to specifically see a type of architecture? Or maybe you studied it in college to become someone who builds or designs buildings?

 

[alsughasoughaiuyfygh]

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[Gnarwhal]

I love classical varieties of architecture. Gothic (or neogothic), Baroque, Beaux-Arts, Renaissance, etc. I generally dislike modern and/or Avante Garde architecture, though on rare occasions I think it's interesting when it's juxtaposed to the anarchic forms of nature.

To me, there's nothing more majestic and beautiful than say, Westminster Abbey, Chartres Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, and of course everything at The Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica, Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, etc.

Sacred architecture and sacred space is INCREDIBLY important, and yet not enough people understand it. Let alone appreciate it.

I also absolutely love American colonial architecture. Colonial houses from the 17th and 18th centuries, State Houses, early collegiate buildings.

San Francisco is a great place to see a variety of architecture. From the Beaux-Arts City Hall (the last building built in that style), to the gothic St. Dominic's on Bush and Steiner, to the modern Transamerica Pyramid, to the Victorian row houses scattered around the Haight.

 

[Kenny'sID]

It's hard not to enjoy some forms of architecture, especially that which is clearly art, but no, not into it enough to go out of my way, however I do get it if someone is.

 

[-Hannah-]

I've been questioning myself if I should go back to college, start all over again, to study Architecture. This morning I was wondering if there was a thread like this. You created it just in time.

I like unusual houses, of special artists. There's a series on Nowness, called In Residence, that is an ode to this. One of my favorites is this one. And this one.

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[LadyOfMystery]

I love Mayan architecture. I find it amazing that such beautiful buildings were made without metal tools, without the wheel, without domesticated animals... Just pure manpower!

I would love to go back in time and see these cities while they were still thriving.

Mayan Architecture is beautiful and is rich in history and it's artistic all in the same way. I love how some areas are simple but intricate looking. Think of how long it took to build every layer of those steps in the picture. I then wonder what was it all for and did it serve it's purpose when it was first made.

I love those ancient cities, and lost cities. The architectures that are found via these maps that locate them somehow that have been lost all these years.

I love classical varieties of architecture. Gothic (or neogothic), Baroque, Beaux-Arts, Renaissance, etc. I generally dislike modern and/or Avante Garde architecture, though on rare occasions I think it's interesting when it's juxtaposed to the anarchic forms of nature.

To me, there's nothing more majestic and beautiful than say, Westminster Abbey, Chartres Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, and of course everything at The Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica, Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, etc.

Sacred architecture and sacred space is INCREDIBLY important, and yet not enough people understand it. Let alone appreciate it.

I also absolutely love American colonial architecture. Colonial houses from the 17th and 18th centuries, State Houses, early collegiate buildings.

San Francisco is a great place to see a variety of architecture. From the Beaux-Arts City Hall (the last building built in that style), to the gothic St. Dominic's on Bush and Steiner, to the modern Transamerica Pyramid, to the Victorian row houses scattered around the Haight.

Baroque is very fancy, very intricate and artsy. I'm drawn to any painting that has this style as well.

I am a sucker for looking at Victorian houses as well.

I would love to take a road trip there and any other architecture rich areas. I know that Charlotte and Asheville NC have a lot of these places, especially like the Biltmore house.

I've been questioning myself if I should go back to college, start all over again, to study Architecture. This morning I was wondering if there was a thread like this. You created it just in time.

I like unusual houses, of special artists. There's a series on Nowness, called In Residence, that is an ode to this. One of my favorites is this one. And this one.

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Aww well go me! I'm glad you found my thread. I will look at those links you posted. I love houses, decor, etc so I'm

 

[LadyOfMystery]

I would absolutely love to attend this church in Arkansas.

 

[alsughasoughaiuyfygh]

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[LadyOfMystery]

So many different types of architectures, so many cultures and history and art goes into all of them.

 

[Go Braves]

So many different types of architectures, so many cultures and history and art goes into all of them.

Like that 2nd pic a lot.

 

[LadyOfMystery]

Me too!

On the subject of tree architecture I love these:

 

[Servant68]

I love the old art deco diners from the 40's and 50's.

They actually just built one in the town my folks live in about 15 miles away. I think it just opened last week. Headed to town now for a haircut; might have to give it a try...

 

[LadyOfMystery]

I love those buildings too!

In a town I would love to live in there's a restaurant in that style. There's a Marilyn Monroe mannequin near the doorway and a jukebox always playing!

 

[( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)]

I remember attending a Bible study where prayer requests were being taken, and I asked that people pray that more architecture be made that is friendly to homeless people. I kind of got the hint that this sort of thing wasn't much of a priority as the saving of souls are.

 

[kittysbecute]

I remember attending a Bible study where prayer requests were being taken, and I asked that people pray that more architecture be made that is friendly to homeless people. I kind of got the hint that this sort of thing wasn't much of a priority as the saving of souls are.

:o Did they say they wouldn't pray for that?

 

[( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)]

No no, not at all. It was a good group of folks. It was just insinuated. At least that's the way I took it. I could have been wrong though.

 

[LadyOfMystery]

No I know that feeling. When you bring up something like that. I've done that before and it's not that they say anything, it's just this feeling you get that it's like "Ookay..." even though it's something they should totally be praying for.

I love those little houses that are becoming popular. THe one that you basically live in one room. I'm pretty sure I could live like that!

 

[Servant68]

I love those little houses that are becoming popular. The one that you basically live in one room. I'm pretty sure I could live like that!

LOL! You should have gone fishing with us as tiny houses was another subject that came up, along with pontoon boats...

The consensus among the group was that while they looked cool, were completely overpriced, too heavy, inefficient, and had inferior heating and plumbing systems compared to what you get in a nice RV at the same price or less.

This is the same price as the typical tiny house; about $60k...

Yes, that's a gas fireplace in the living room area...

And I've never seen a tiny house with an outdoor mini-bar and entertainment system...

 

[Servant68]

Double-post...

 

[kittysbecute]

I like looking at model homes. It's pretty fun. Last year on my birthday I went on a bike ride with my family and on our way back we saw some model homes so we went in to look at them. I was the one who asked if it was okay if we looked around so they handed me all their pamphlets like I was gonna buy a house. One of the houses had a great layout. There's no way I could afford a house, but its still fun to look at them and explore.

Edit: I also really enjoy creating house designs, and also rearranging furniture within a house to make it the best.
There are ways to make a room more open and inviting with the same furniture that could also make it look uncomfortable and crowded. It just depends on how it is organized.

 

[LadyOfMystery]

I thought these styles were pretty unique. That last one kind of looks like the blob or maybe an alien. lol

I love architecture that has a lot of windows!