HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE AND

CONSTRUCTION

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Describe how homes/buildings looked in the past.

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Have you lived in different types of homes? Describe how the homes looked. What were the similarities and differences? How were they constructed?

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Test your knowledge of architectural styles by completing “How Much Do You Know, What Style is That?”

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Architecture and construction is all around us.

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On the next slide, select one of the four buildings/houses that interests you the most.

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Journal about the building/house you selected and describe what you like and dislike about the design. Do you know the style, architectural features, or time period that inspired the room? List construction types and features.

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Why is it important for an architect to have knowledge about the history of architecture and construction?

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