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Is the Development of a Custom Architectural Style an Architectural Feature of the Architectural Project?
Yes, without any doubt. The development of a custom architectural style is an architectural feature of the architectural project. You…
Sustainable Architecture
The World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainability as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising…
What is Traditional Architecture?
Traditional architecture is often described through its visible features: thick walls, shaded courtyards, carved timber, local stone, or earthen surfaces.…
Architecture plays an important role in our lives
Interest in civil architecture has increased dramatically in the past few years. It seems that every city around the world…
Wooden Windows “Roshan” in Arabic Architecture
Introduction If we look at the traditional wooden windows, we find that it was the best means of communication and…
Six Reasons to Study Architecture
The number of architecture graduates joining the workforce is increasing year by year; thousands of people become licensed architects every…
Technologies in Architecture
The techniques of architecture, in the sense that they will be considered here, are simply the ways in which structures…
Green Architecture
Green architecture is a way to reduce the negative effects of built structures on their surrounding environment. It is a…
Most used materials in architecture
Stone In most areas where the stone is available, it has been preferred over other materials for building monumental architecture.…
How does architecture affect society?
Throughout history, architecture has represented society, reflecting the values, successes, and eventual collapse of civilizations over time. From the monumental…
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