#1
Which architectural style is known for its use of pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?
5 answered
#2
What ancient architectural style is characterized by massive, rough-hewn stone blocks and simple geometric shapes?
5 answered
#3
In ancient Roman architecture, what is the central open area of a Roman house that is surrounded by rooms and typically has a pool or garden?
3 answered
#4
What architectural element, often seen in Gothic cathedrals, is a projecting support built against an external wall to counteract the lateral thrust exerted by an arch or a roof?
2 answered
#5
In Chinese architecture, what is the term for the raised platform with a roof, often found at the entrance of a traditional Chinese building?
3 answered
#6
In the context of Japanese architecture, what is a tokonoma?
3 answered
#7
Who is known for designing the Sydney Opera House, which features a series of shell-like structures?
3 answered
#8
In which architectural style did the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, and the Pantheon in Rome, Italy, originate?
4 answered
#9
Which architectural style emerged as a reaction against the ornate designs of the Baroque and Rococo periods, focusing on simplicity and symmetry?
4 answered
#10
In Islamic architecture, what is the term for the prayer niche often found in the wall of a mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca?
3 answered
#11
Which architectural style, prevalent in the 17th and 18th centuries, is characterized by elaborate ornamentation, curved forms, and a focus on symmetry and grandeur?
3 answered
#12
What is the term for the architectural style that emerged in the 20th century, emphasizing clean lines, functionalism, and a rejection of ornamentation?
3 answered
#13
What architectural element is a horizontal platform or ledge protruding from the face of a building?
2 answered
#14
Which architect is associated with the design of the Fallingwater house, known for its integration with its natural surroundings and cantilevered balconies?
2 answered
#15
What term refers to the decorative art style characterized by flowing, sinuous lines, often inspired by natural forms, and is prominent in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
1 answered
#16
Who is known for designing the Louvre Pyramid in Paris, which serves as the main entrance to the Louvre Museum?
2 answered
#17
In Japanese architecture, what term is used for the sliding panels made of paper or wood that can divide rooms or open up space?
2 answered
#18
Who is the architect known for designing the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, characterized by its innovative and sculptural use of titanium?
2 answered