BA3 Research into Architecture 1

So to begin with I looked up the definition of Architecture and what it encompasses:

"Architecture is both the process and the product of planning, designing, and constructing buildings and other physical structures. Architectural works, in the material form of buildings, are often perceived as cultural symbols and as works of art."       -http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architecture

"Architecture" can also mean:

• A general term to describe buildings and other physical structures.
• The art and science of designing buildings and (some) non-building structures.
• The style of design and method of construction of buildings and other physical structures.
• The knowledge of art, science & technology and humanity.
• The practice of the architect, where architecture means offering or rendering professional services in connection with the design and construction of buildings, or built environments.
• The design activity of the architect, from the macro-level (urban design, landscape architecture) to the micro-level (construction details and furniture).

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architecture

For this project however the key focus is on studying the buildings and structures themselves concentrating on the attributes of the materials used with the reason for their use being less important yet still relevant.

 Though full buildings and structures can be beautiful and have many features to explore and study it is currently the smaller scale we intend to look into focusing more on windows, doors, and archways rather than entire skyscrapers.






Currently the focus is roughly on a meter square area though not a strict constraint. The aim is to research smaller more intricate details such as the tops of columns, the grooves and wear in arches and the grime, warping and notches in wooden doors.

Norwich fortunately has all kinds of architecture ranging from old medieval churches to Georgian terraces allowing for a wide variety of architectural styles to explore as well as the detail created into these structures produced by time.

For now my goal is to explore many of the styles of architecture found within Norwich and to document the areas I find interesting with photographs, illustrations, and study pieces focusing on the smaller pieces that make up the larger picture.