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The Paul Revere Mall: The Synthesis Of The Ideal And The Circumstantial, John B. Burse
The Paul Revere Mall: The Synthesis Of The Ideal And The Circumstantial, John B. Burse
Architecture Thesis Prep
"The intent of my proposal for thesis is an investigation of the synthesis of the ideal and the circumstantial. In the collage of these distinct and different qualities, a demonstration of how urban building can not only respond to but enhance the given conditions of a city will be presented. The resultant coexistence of the two I believe to be an ideal in and of itself."
Where Land And Water Meet, Mark N. Rhoades
Where Land And Water Meet, Mark N. Rhoades
Architecture Thesis Prep
"The intention of this thesis is to study the waterfront typology, and how the interplay of land and water through the insertion of architectural elements, can reform a sense of place from the shattered urban fabric. The purpose of the waterfront fabric is twofold; to present a facade to the waterfront, and activate the waterfront while maintaining a relationship back to the fabric of the city."
Urban Prospects: A Search For Poetry In The American City Part 2, Gerard D. Damiani
Urban Prospects: A Search For Poetry In The American City Part 2, Gerard D. Damiani
Architecture Thesis Prep
This thesis is about establishing an attitude about design which argues building organization, appearance and meaning. Architecture should be a reflection of culture rather than being an instagator of change.
How To Make Architecture Today In Yesterday's Cities, Andres A. Hirmas
How To Make Architecture Today In Yesterday's Cities, Andres A. Hirmas
Architecture Senior Theses
"I tihnk that just by reading the title, one can know what the objectives can be: 'How to make architecture today in yesterday's cities.' Any architectural task requires the consideration of a series of variable; now, if we add to this the respect for what exists, which , by the way, should never be left aside, then we get across two prevailing positions..."
Light, Air, And Space Within The "Urban Poche" : Investigations On Housing For Western Cities Of Today's Society, Werner Hofmann
Light, Air, And Space Within The "Urban Poche" : Investigations On Housing For Western Cities Of Today's Society, Werner Hofmann
Architecture Thesis Prep
"High quality city dwelling units in a dense structure of public streets, squares, parks, and private or semi-private outdoor spaces could be an alternative to the endless suburbia."
Harlem On My Mind, Shawn L. Rickenbacker
Harlem On My Mind, Shawn L. Rickenbacker
Architecture Senior Theses
The thesis involves directly establishing a coherent dialogue between participants and architecture. The site and architecture involved are only a catalyst to the area it is representing, Harlem. However, the project will have the responsibilities of designating itself as a primary theshold to the famous ditricts and attracting would be participants. It is for this reason the program of cultural progress centre has been chosen in the interest of providing a stimulation program. The intention of the proposed centre is not to compete with the district or communty in which it lies, but to act as its subordinate. This will …
A Mixed-Use Building As Regional Headquarters For The Bank Of New York - Buffalo, Ny, Daniel A. Kocieniewski
A Mixed-Use Building As Regional Headquarters For The Bank Of New York - Buffalo, Ny, Daniel A. Kocieniewski
Architecture Thesis Prep
"The intent of this thesis is to investigate the urban block and its role as one of the constituent elements in the building of the city. "
Urban Renewal In Syracuse: The Near East Side, Lester Fredrick Volker Ii
Urban Renewal In Syracuse: The Near East Side, Lester Fredrick Volker Ii
Architecture Master Theses
Syracuse has not escaped the problem of slums. Like and other city it is blighted, decayed areas which are encroaching upon sound neighborhoods. Many times this problem has gone unchecked mainly because no one has known how to handle it. This is not to say that people have not tried. Slums certainly are not something new-- ever since cities began there have been poorer, more deteriorating section compared with other parts of the city. From the start of cities until today attempts have been made to arrest the spread of this blight. Many times these attempts have failed because the …