20th-Century World Architecture ART&LITERATURE

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Questions: 5 | Attempts: 370 | Updated: Mar 21, 2023

1.

A design can grow like a tree, "If it grows naturally, the architecture will look after itself. Explained:
- A.
  
  Norman foster
- B.
  
  Jørn Utzon
- C.
  
  Santiago Calatrava
Correct Answer
B. Jørn Utzon

Explanation
Jørn Utzon is the correct answer because he is known for his design philosophy that emphasizes organic growth and integration with the natural environment. His most famous work, the Sydney Opera House, is a prime example of his belief that architecture should evolve naturally and harmoniously, just like a tree grows in nature. Utzon's designs are characterized by their organic forms and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape, reflecting his belief that architecture should be in harmony with its environment.

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2.

Yugoslav-born Vlado Milunic is one of the most respected architects based in the Czech Republic, whose work includes a well-known and remarkably quirky and playful housing estate in Petriny, a Prague district, and the world-class Dancing House on the banks of the Vltava River, which he collaborated on with renowned architect Frank Gehry
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because the passage clearly states that Vlado Milunic is a respected architect based in the Czech Republic, known for his work on the housing estate in Petriny and the Dancing House in Prague. The passage also mentions that he collaborated with renowned architect Frank Gehry on the Dancing House. Therefore, it can be concluded that Vlado Milunic is indeed a respected architect based in the Czech Republic.

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What demonstrate Frank Gehry's Dancing House in Prague?

Correct Answer
An embracing of contemporary and significantly American global culture

Explanation
An embracing of contemporary and significantly American global culture

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The characteristic of deconstructivism comes feature the idea of fragmentation. It also manipulates the surface and the cover of the construction. It is dominated by curvilinear shapes, which are supposed to disturb and dislocate the skeleton of the object. The structure of the building has a feeling of controlled chaos and stimulating unpredictability.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Deconstructivism is a style of architecture that embraces fragmentation and manipulation of surfaces and covers. It is characterized by curvilinear shapes that disrupt and dislocate the structure of the building. This style aims to create a sense of controlled chaos and unpredictability. Therefore, the statement that deconstructivism features the idea of fragmentation and manipulates the surface and cover of the construction is accurate, making the answer "True."

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20th-century World Architecture Art&literature

A design can grow like a tree, "If it grows naturally, the architecture will look after itself. Explained:

What demonstrate Frank Gehry's Dancing House in Prague?