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9 Iconic Buildings that Define Architectural History

April 7, 2023 by Charles Leave a Comment

Architecture has the power to shape history. It can capture an era, tell a story, and even define a culture. From ancient times to the modern-day, there have been numerous iconic buildings that have become defining landmarks in architectural history.

NTF Architecture in Melbourne has made its mark on the city’s architectural history through the team’s unique approach to design, which focuses on creating timeless works that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing for generations to come.

As for age-old buildings that are firmly cemented in world history, here are some of the most famous, awe-inspiring buildings from around the world that have changed architecture forever.

Parthenon (Greece)

The Parthenon is a temple on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece, and is considered one of the greatest examples of Ancient Greek architecture. Built between 447 and 432 BC as an expression of power and wealth, this historic site was designed with perfect symmetry and proportion while also featuring many ornamental sculptures representing gods and goddesses of Greek mythology.

Taj Mahal (India)

This immense mausoleum located in Agra, India is one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world. Completed in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial for his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal, this white marble structure is symmetrically aligned with four minarets at each corner and intricate decorative carvings adorning its walls.

Colosseum (Rome)

The Colosseum is one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks and was built as a gift from Emperor Vespasian to celebrate his rule over Rome between 70-72 AD. This majestic amphitheatre seated 50,000 people who were able to watch gladiator battles or other public spectacles, using its remarkable engineering feat consisting of 80 external arches with multiple tiers of seating surrounding its centre arena.

Notre Dame Cathedral (France)

This incredible cathedral located in Paris was built between 1163-1345 during Medieval times to serve as a religious site for worshipers throughout France. Its impressive Gothic architecture showcases elaborate stone carvings along its walls, while its two towers rise above Paris’ skyline; making it one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks even today.

Hagia Sophia (Turkey)

Originally built as an Eastern Orthodox church in 537 AD, this Istanbul landmark has been through many incarnations over its long history. It served as an imperial mosque for more than 500 years before being converted into a museum in 1935. With its massive dome ceilings and intricate mosaics adorning its walls, it’s no wonder why this building has stood the test of time!

 

Sydney Opera House (Australia)

The Sydney Opera House is perhaps Australia’s most famous structure due to its unique design. It was designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon and completed in 1973 after 16 years of construction! Its sail-like roof makes it instantly recognisable around the world.

Petronas Towers (Malaysia)

These twin towers located in Kuala Lumpur were once among the tallest buildings on Earth when they were completed back in 1998 – and they still remain some of Asia’s tallest skyscrapers today. They are connected by an overhead bridge at their 41st floor, which serves as a popular tourist attraction year-round.

Great Pyramid of Giza (Egypt)

This ancient pyramid is believed to have been constructed around 2560 BC as part of a complex system used for Pharaoh Khufu’s burial chamber – it is also considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Even to this day, its perfectly angled sides remain perfectly intact despite centuries’ worth of wear and tear!

Big Ben (England)

Located within London’s Palace of Westminster complex, Big Ben is perhaps England’s most recognisable landmark. Its clock tower was designed by Augustus Pugin back in 1859, and its bells can be heard throughout London on each hour!

These iconic buildings represent just some examples of how architecture has shaped history throughout centuries past and present day alike

Th awe-inspiring architecture of these grand designs demonstrates how it can influence our cultures by telling stories through interconnected components such as symmetry, perspective, ornamentation, scale, proportionality and more. It’s clear why these nine buildings will always remain part of our architectural history books!

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A Guide To Using Technology in Your Home

September 23, 2019 by Charles Leave a Comment

In order to discover a few new ways to use technology in your home, to make your everyday life a little easier, it’s a great idea to continue reading to discover a guide to using technology in your home.

A guide to using technology in your home:

Consider setting up inexpensive security camera outside the front entrance of your home:

If you’d love to be able to deter would be intruders from trying to break into your home, it’s a wise idea to place an inexpensive security camera, outside of the front entrance of your home. Some home security systems, will alert you via an app every time that someone appears outside your home or attempts to enter your home without your permission.

You can even purchase a home security system that will allow you to access your security cameras when you’re at work or overseas on vacation. As you’ll still be able to contact a friend or neighbor to visit your home, if you believe that someone is trying to break into your home, when you’re at work or on an overseas vacation. In an emergency, you’ll be able to use your home security system’s app in order to contact your local police department for assistance.

Save up to purchase your very first smart fridge:

What is a smart fridge? A smart fridge has a touch screen front which will allow you to write shopping lists on your fridge and to search for online recipes for thousands of different dishes. Better yet, you can purchase intelligent fridges which will alert you when you’ve run out of certain products such as milk. Some smart fridges will even be able to automatically add items to your shopping list, which you’ve run out of.

Learn how to link your smart phone’s screen with your smart TV:

Instead of trying to show your friends or family members YouTube videos or photos on your smart phone’s tiny screen, it’s a great idea to link your smart phone with your smart TV. So that you’ll be able to share your smart phone screen on your TV screen instead.

Purchase smart light bulbs which you’ll be able to control from an app on your smart phone:

Imagine how convenient it would be to be able to turn on and off individual lights in your home, without getting out of bed or off your sofa. If you purchase smart light bulbs, you’ll be able to turn any of the lights in your home on and off using your smart phone.

Make sure that you don’t become addicted to your electronic devices:

While technology can help make your everyday life a whole lot easier, it’s important to ensure that you don’t become too reliant on your electronic devices. Particularly your smart phone. As an example, it’s a wise decision to put your smart phone on mute and to mute all of your app notifications when you’re spending quality time with your friends and family members. As technology should improve your life and shouldn’t control your life.

Hopefully you’ve discovered a few new ways to incorporate new technology in your everyday home life. Just be careful not to become to addicted to your electronic devices.

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