Video Review

1.      For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

Prairie Style: The key concepts discussed in this video are Frank Lloyd Right’s Prairie style of architecture. The film explains how this style changed the face of modern architecture, and it also shows the works of two other architects that he inspired. The architects that were inspired were Dan White and Ron Thorn.

The Science of Design: The key concept of this video is how science is related with architecture. The program focuses on sky scrapers and the science needed to protect them from gravity and wind, but also documents the creation of a smart house. It shows how science and architecture is related and how science helps architecture grow.

Classical Architecture: This films key concept is the classical architecture of the Romans and the Greek. It defines the different styles of these eras such as Doric, ionic, Corinthian, and Tuscan. The video explains how the architecture of these two civilizations has had a lasting influence on architecture.

Last Call for Planet Earth: This video is about the changes needed in architecture that will help to protect our planet. The video highlights the work of architects around the globe who are working on green solutions to architectural problems. These include green roofs, the use of geothermal energy, and passive solar energy.

2.      How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The videos related to the readings in the text because it went into more depth on the topics that we learned in this chapter. They showed examples of the things we read about such as the styles of the Greeks and Romans, and the use of green technology in architecture.

3.      What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I enjoyed the videos they were very informative and helped to show just exactly what the book was trying to explain. I think they add depth by allowing us to see the structures and the styles that are mentioned. Also, we are able to see the architects talking about the works themselves and this helps to add understanding.

4.      From the group of four that you had a choice: Why did you choose that film?

The film I chose was the last call for planet earth video. I chose this because it is the field of architecture that most interests me. I like learning the different ways they are developing to protect the earth from pollution and other harm.