Choose a building that captures your interest and that would like to learn more about as a result of the following assignment. research and gather basic information about the selected building, to include: Additional photographs Select articles Architectural Drawings Using the materials gathered, construct an assessment of the selected buildings. MODE ( mode refers to compositional and has three type 1- the figural volume, 2- the elemental building, 3- the open ended system. PARTI (1- the way or method that develops a building , largely understood as arrangement in plan IMAGE this is the video if you may need it but I have already select the buildings for you. https://www.pbs.org/video/10-buildings-changed-ame… Running head: TOP TEN AMERICAN BUILDING 1 Top Ten American Building Ten buildings that have changes America are stated below Virginia State Capitol One of the most important and ancient buildings that have changed America is the “Virginia State Capitol ” for certain reasons. The research has claimed that it is the first building in the world that is a neoclassical temple. Moreover, it is also the first legislative building that TOP TEN AMERICAN BUILDING 2 efficiently recalls the past architectural style so that the form of government that is republic can be conveyed easily. There were different important features in the building at the original design, but the design has now changed. The architecture tried to make a copy of the temple, therefore, made this building. It was named the Roman temple in Nimes, France. Trinity Church Trinity Church is the most significant building in the history of America that is present in New York. It was an important site during the time of the American Revolution. It was the founding era for the people of the United States of America. It was the home of one of the most powerful and largest Episcopalian congregations. This building was designed to make a Church and was designed by the greatest and efficient architect named Henry Hobson Richardson. This building also played an important role in helping the American people during the American Revolution; therefore, considered an important part of Americans’ success. Wainwright Building This building has taken the credit of America’s 10 most efficient buildings that have changed its history due to its first successful utilization of the steel frame during construction. At the time of construction of this building, people were not aware of brown sandstones in the house. This building was the first two floors with brown sandstones, and the next seven stories increased in the continuation of brick piers. The terracotta panels of the ornate foliage were used for the decoration of each floor. Different modern things were added to this building, a new concept for the people of that time. Therefore, this building is considered significant in history. Robie House TOP TEN AMERICAN BUILDING 3 Robie House is an important building and is also known as a significant part of America’s cultural heritage. During the construction of this building, the powerful declaration of the uncompromising vision of Wright was used for the new American architecture. The architecture completed the construction of the building due to his extraordinary vision. The building was constructed in 1909 when there was no concept of expansive living space at the heart of the home. Still, this concept was initially used in this building, due to which it is considered as masterpieces of 20th-century architecture. Various other things show the open vision of architecture, such as a simple room attached with living and dining space, a beautiful chimney in the house, and a lightfilled open plan for the entire building. Highland Park Ford Plant The significant part of this building is that there were different advances found in this building that were not common. The major concentration of the people on this building was due to the development of mass-production techniques that had made this building efficient and attractive for others. This building is also known as the birthplace of moving to the assembly line because it was the second American production facility for IT automobiles. The concept of a factory, especially for automobiles, was initiated after constructing the Highland Park Ford Plant. There were different advancements in the building, and various developments occurred during contractions, therefore, known as significant building of America. Southdale center This building was the first idea of an indoor shopping mall. Before the construction of this building, people were involved in outdoor shopping, but they faced certain problems during shopping. Thus Victor Gruen found the importance of the shopping center according to the indoor TOP TEN AMERICAN BUILDING 4 shopping mall idea where people can easily shop their products without major problems. The lightfilled interior was used during the construction of a building that made it more attractive. The concept of the use of central buildings for different purposes such as shopping centers, schools, restaurants, and sidewalk café was evolved after the construction of this building. Seagram Building This building showed the concept of skyscrapers, and this was the first building that contained 38 stories. This building changed the concept of construction of a building, and people found that buildings can be made elegant and attractive for other people in this manner. The purpose of making such a building was to promote the process of construction and to utilize small spaces extensively. This building is located in the heart of New York and is still an interesting and attractive building for Americans and foreigners. Using glass and metal in the construction process instead of heavy material and brick is another significant building feature. Dulles International Airport Dulles International Airport is the most innovative and attractive building of America due to which the country is taking different advantages. The concept of air travel was increasing at that time, but there was no significant airport due to which one of the most famous and well-known architects found the need for such a building where the experience of air travel could become more enhanced. This building provided a safe and modern environment to the people, therefore, the most important building of America. This building is still being used for a similar purpose and is a landmark to travelers worldwide. Vanna Venturi House TOP TEN AMERICAN BUILDING 5 This building was constructed by getting a significant idea about architecture. Robert Venturi found methods to show different ideas in this small house. He constructed the house for his mother as a canvas to find some of the contradictions and complexities in modern architecture. The modern movement was used to solve certain problems related to contradictions and complexities. It is included in a most important building because it was a postmodern building with a significant construction design. Different new principles and facilities were included in the house to make it simpler and more modern so that living can become easy. Disney Concert Hall There are different features present in this building that have made it unique and different from other buildings. However, one of the most significant features is that the architecture in this building has designed the auditorium for giving both a sense of intimacy and impeccable acoustics. There is space for the audience that can make a circle around the orchestra. This building has been included in the top ten American buildings because Gehry has used a unique architectural vision and told the people that he is unique and different from all other people. Moreover, this concept has also enhanced that people can also do impossible things easily. Therefore, there should not be any impossible thing throughout the world. Purchase answer to see full attachment Tags: Virginia State Capitol User generated content is uploaded by users for the purposes of learning and should be used following Studypool’s honor code & terms of service.