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Thoughts on Architecture prior taking Fine Arts

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Thoughts on Architecture prior taking Fine Arts

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Merely buildings and infrastructures

Exterior is the only factor that mattered

A classification of Fine Art that deals with conceptualization of buildings

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Consists of spaces

Interior

Exterior

Thus, Architecture is a form that encloses space.

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Architecture should have a life, a face, and an expression

Traditional Buildings have orientation

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Discussion of Chosen Architecture: The Ruins in Negros Occidental

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Discussion of Chosen Architecture: The Ruins in Negros Occidental

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When one would first encounter The Ruins in Negros Occidental, it would be often said that this structure is somewhat familiar to them already. For others, this structure gives them a foreign feeling, as if they were in someplace else as this structure is not like any other. Alongside, to give a brief background, The Ruins is inspired by a façade in Carnegie Hall of the New York City. More importantly, this is to be classified as an Italianate architecture consisting of neo-Romanesque columns, which is mostly seen in Greek Architecture. To be more specific, this is also known as the Taj Mahal of the said city. We see here the inspiration of variation; thus, making use of space, pattern, and form. Its breathtaking feeling after taking a good look at the structure is truly life-changing. From its oversized steel bars, mixture of concrete for construction, wall-finishing made from egg whites mixed with cement – surely The Ruins is one would never forget in his life.

Out of the 4 systems of buildings discussed in class, I would have to say that the Ruins is categorized as a Column System, which will be further discussed later.

To further discuss this into the principles of design, there is a 4-tiered fountain seen surrounding the mansion. A simborio, also known as a chimney, was used as a vent in the old-days for Don Mariano Lacson. The Veranda Lighting “The pipes used to channel the electric wires, embedded in the ceiling, are the same ones used today. Note the rings beside the ceiling lights which used to hold the chains of chandeliers” (Reyes, 2009). The type of floors used throughout this structure is wood, starting from the main entrance all the way to the end of the dining room. The Belvedere, in return, serves as the windows of the structure which gives visitors the beautiful sunset view of the city. The shell-inspired decoration is the same décor used in New England in the homes of ship captains back in the day.

Moreover, there is structural balance and symmetry represented by the columns of The Ruins. This also emanates the life of hacienderos back in the days. There is also a sense of emphasis through its material, particularly, the rings beside the ceiling lights. Its evident rhythmic combination of solids and voids, concave and convex and light shadow - is what adds up to its overall beauty.

Relating this with its design plan, there is a long central aisle all throughout the structure.

In conclusion, the structure of The Ruins, is not merely for aesthetic pleasing of the eye. More importantly, it serves as a representation of what the life of hacienderos were back in the days. This, in return, out of several grand mansions back in the day – serves as a historical structure of the Lacsons.

Bibliography:

https://www.experiencenegros.com/the-ruins-structure-architecture/

https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/modern-living/2018/07/14/1833232/architecture-history-and-more-bacolod

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Consists of two intersecting barreling vaults and a keystone in between/middle

Coliseum type

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Post and Lintel

Column and Entablature

Arch and Derivatives

Cantilever

All of which will be explained in the succeeding posts

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Invented by Romans

Has an opening, source of light (interior), as a spotlight to focus

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Greek Architecture

Classified into 3 orders

Speaks of order

Natural Terrain

Narrow

Has two main parts:

Vertical/Entablature

Horizontal/Column

1st Order: Doric

Parthenon

Vertical part - Column or post

Horizontal part - Entablature

Column - Body (Shaft) and Head (Capital)

Columns are not solid

Slight bulging seen in the columns

2nd Order: Ionic

Taller than Doric

More graceful

Filled with design

3rd Order: Corinthian

Slimmer shaft

Capital is more complicated

Most elaborate

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This consists of posts and a horizontal plane on top of the posts

Made for Worship

San Ritual or Religious Ritual

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This is a type of Post and Lintel

Consists of Columns and Embellished designs

Seen mostly in Greek Architecture

Doric Order

Corinthian Order

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Consists of vast interiors and is spacious

Evident flattened bumps

Inventions

Round Arch

Derivatives

Roman Colosseum

17-80AD

Amphitheater

Build by Vespasian/Titus

Capacity of 50,000-80,000

Average audience of 65,000

Gladiator Fightsublic spectacles

Contains a Spolarium (placing of dead people)

Roman Pantheon

Round Arch

Circular in plan with a Portico and pediment

Construction system: flat dome

Interior Plan

Hole - Church Museum

Temple - Niches

Triumphal Arch of Constantine

Archway for more passageway

Commemorative

To commemorate victorious generals

Flat Emblature

Baroque Style

Curved lines and movement

Developed because of Reformation Movement and Counter-Reformation

Saint Peter's Basilica

Baroque in style

Common stylistic traits

Small pediment similar to Greek Architecture

A steeper and taller Dome compared to others

Symmetrical

Pope Julius II commissioned Bramante to build a new Basilica

1506-1526 was period of construction

History

During Ancient Roman Era: Nero's Circus

The place where Saint Peter was crucified

Era of Constantine: Lasted for 1000 years

Design Plan

Long central Aisle or Nave

Composed of Central Aisle and Barrel Vault and Side Aisles

Longitudinal

Piazza Del Gesu Church

Baroque in style

Gesu meant Jesus

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Elements of Design - and -  Principles of Design

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Elements of Design - and -  Principles of Design

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Line - emphasis and subordination

Color - Balance

Texture - Scale and Proportion

Space - Rhythm

Value - Harmony

Shape - Contrast

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Donato Bramante

There is a horizontal orientation

Central Plan

Based on either the shape of a circle or on a Greek cross with equal arms

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Function + Form = Architecture

This is shaped formally according to function

Thus, form follows function

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The Gothic and Byzantine Cathedrals were considered the climax of the Medieval Era as it was an expression of religiosity

Flying buttresses were built (and not attached) at the side of the churches to support and protect the buildings from attacks and earthquakes

Ex. Sagrada Familia - represented the organized use of natural elements to emphasize worship

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Thoughts on Architecture after taking Fine Arts

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Thoughts on Architecture after taking Fine Arts

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It makes perfect sense, having both the interior and exterior factors work hand-in-hand

There is a function and reason for the structure and design

"There is more than what meets the eye"

Manifests skills of the people

Religion played a big role in this field

Not merely about construction of buildings, but also, humanity's expression of creativity

This is man's attempt to provide beauty and aesthetics to his surroundings

Greek and Roman Architecture

Served as a foundation for architecture in the modern world