Reproduction de : Thèse de doctorat : Géographie : Lyon 2 : 2004. / Titre provenant de l'écran-titre. Bibliogr.

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Church architecture has evolved dramatically since its inception. It has changed shape, size and form, from simple houses converted to meeting places, to grand Gothic cathedrals, to high-tech auditoriums and modern structures of various shapes and sizes. Throughout the ages there have been many factors that have played a role in this evolution. Not only religious factors, but also economic, social, and political factors, have all contributed to the dynamic changes in church architecture. This thesis focuses on the manner in which the Protestant doctrine has influenced the development of church architecture. This research explores the validity of the idea that spaces and forms of architecture are influenced by the values and beliefs of the people they belong to. There are many movements within Protestantism; because of this there are a variety of architectural forms for their buildings, therefore there is no particular Protestant church architectural style. This study determines how different doctrines and values have influenced church design throughout the ages, through examining various examples of religious architecture, focusing on the doctrinal issues that have played a major part in the design. This is not a comprehensive survey of the history of church architecture. Theoretical discussions on place, meaning and the concept of function are directly relevant this study, which seeks to find ordering principles that inform the creation of functional and meaningful places for people. The main principle that arose from this research is that people, their beliefs and values, and the site need to be the primary design generators in the design of a church complex as they are in any other building. / Thesis (M.Arch.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 2011.

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In the United States, Mosques and Islamic centers have existed for many decades to meet the social and religious needs of Muslims. However, since Muslims are a minority in this country, they still face some problems since the practice of various Islamic laws and prohibitions sometimes are inappropriate with the Western way of life. Assessing Muslims in the American context, a key issue to consider is the degree to which Muslims may become socially integrated into the American culture. Here the role of the Islamic center, as an institution, is significant in helping Muslims to meet each other and to adjust to the realities of life in America.In general, an Islamic center involves a concentration of facilities for activities which have the characteristic of Islam. Therefore, there is no basic difference in function between a Mosque and an Islamic Center, since the Mosque traditionally is not only a house of worship, but is also the center of Islamic society and culture. The term Islamic center is used in this study to emphasize the interest in the social side of Mosque activities, in addition to religious functions, that might be more appropriate with Muslims life in the American context.The purpose of the Islamic center is to promote a better understanding of Islam and greater acceptance and appreciation of its truth, culture, and contribution to human civilization. As we know, the ethos of Islam lies not only in the connection of individual with God, but also with human relations in the social order. / Department of Architecture

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"Between the Ocean and the Bay" is about a design process enabling the designer to see and know through three different graphic methods. The thesis concentrates both on the design of a specific structure, and on the ability to develop a design through two and three dimensional graphic manipulations. The three design methods are sketching, three-dimensional modeling, and computer drawing. All three have their unique qualities and all are effective. The Sketching method evolved through observing, seeing and drawing architecture in western Europe. The intimate visual process formulated a greater sense and comprehension of architecture. The on site drawing experience initiated this particular design expression. Furthermore the fragments of architecture recorded in these visual sketches became a vocabulary for all future designs. There are two kinds of three dimensional models. The first is for displaying a building or a project as an object in three dimensions. The second is a sketch, which is a fragment of a whole building or an idea. Fragmentary modeling provides a simple method of combining three dimensional elements enabling one to scrutinize them as they become part of a whole composition. This method of modeling allows the observer to see the spatial relationships between each element and the form as a whole. Modeling is a tactile experience. This physical involvement brings to the design a tangible relationship that develops scale and proportion. Fragment modeling was used in the development of the house between the ocean and the bay. Computer drawing produces two dimensional drafted plans or wire frame models that are viewed from infinite angles and then reproduced. Computer drafting lacks immediate tactile involvement of the other two methods of design discussed here. The results can appear to be flat and not dynamic. However, the computer provides discipline; by forcing one to make decisions on a design, it organizes abstract visual thoughts. There was a point in the designing of the house when turning to the computer to explore order was essential. The house between the ocean and the bay developed by employing the three different yet complementary design tools. Sketching was the strongest tool to explore a design problem through quick immediate production. Modeling forced the realization in space of the strengths and weaknesses of a design. The computer drawings in this project helped control the final shape of the house simply by forcing decisions and creating order. Each of these methods is productive by itself and together as they meld and feed on each other to create the product. / Master of Architecture

This thesis is a study of the development of a linear urban environment formed through the arrangement of a repetitive structure. My aim is to propose a prototypical model in which the dwelling, workplace and related amenities can function satisfactorily together within the same structure. / Master of Architecture

Leung Chi Keung Pal. / "Architecture Department, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Master of Architecture Programme 1996-97, design report." / Includes bibliographical references. / Acknowlegements / Chapter 1. --- Background --- p.1 / Chapter 1.1 --- Client & Needs --- p.1 / Chapter 1.2 --- Design Objectives --- p.1 / Chapter 1.3 --- Planning (statutory) Constraints --- p.2 / Chapter 1.4 --- Site Selection --- p.2 / Chapter 1.5 --- Site Context --- p.3 / Chapter 1.6 --- Programme --- p.4 / Chapter 2. --- Planning Strategy --- p.5 / Chapter 2.1 --- Phasing of Development --- p.5 / Chapter 2.2 --- Design Philosophy --- p.7 / Chapter 2.3 --- Design Development --- p.8 / Chapter 2.4 --- Zoning --- p.9 / Chapter 2.5 --- Site Planning --- p.10 / Chapter 2.6 --- Functional Relations --- p.13 / Chapter 3. --- Environmental Issue --- p.16 / Chapter 3.1 --- Climatic Control --- p.16 / Chapter 3.2 --- Lighting Strategy --- p.21 / Chapter 3.3 --- Acoustics --- p.25 / Chapter 3.4 --- Plumbing & Drainage --- p.25 / Chapter 3.5 --- Power --- p.25 / Chapter 4. --- Life safety --- p.27 / Chapter 4.1 --- Compartmentation --- p.27 / Chapter 4.2 --- Fire Engineering --- p.27 / Chapter 4.3 --- Means of Escape --- p.29 / Chapter 5. --- Structure & Construction --- p.30 / Chapter 5.1 --- Structural Strategy --- p.30 / Chapter 5.2 --- Construction & Maintenance --- p.34 / Appendix --- p.35 / Presentation Drawings / Programming Report

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