Essays about: "Ruin"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 54 essays containing the word Ruin.

  1. 16. Shading system in glass facade architecture

    University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

    Author : Arianna Foltran; [2020]
    Keywords : Daylight control; glass facades; visual comfort;

    Abstract : Glass facades building, especially offices, always need shading devices to guarantee occupant's well-being and comfort. However, shading devices are often composed of shutters or fabric tents which creates dark interiors and do not allow access to view out. Moreover, they ruin the aesthetical appearance of glass facades. READ MORE

  3. 17. Public domesticity in Turin

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Marco Nicastro; [2020]
    Keywords : Turin; public building; renovation; urban; library; archive;

    Abstract : Starting from an analysis of the character of the city of Turin (Italy), the project intervenes in the historical urban context with ta proposal for a multimedia library and archive space in a plot left vacant after WW2 bombings. The project includes the reuse of an existing building, formerly a theatre but currently in a state of ruin after the war destructions, as well as the creation of a new wing and public spaces. READ MORE

  4. 18. “I should think what politics he has are just a little bit left of center”:An analysis of James Bond’s personal ideology

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Engelska institutionen

    Author : Afrem Alshamani; [2020]
    Keywords : 007; Big-five personality model; James Bond; Ian Fleming; Casino Royale; Dr. No; Live and Let Die; Goldfinger; Cold War; Politics;

    Abstract : Ian Fleming’s debut novel Casino Royale (2015) introduces the iconic character James Bond. The savvy British spy who must save the world from Soviet villain is a cultural icon the world over. Yet not much is known of his personal political leanings. Fleming once claimed that James Bond’s politics lies just left of center. READ MORE

  5. 19. Depicting Displacement and Humanitarian Crisis

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Historiska institutionen

    Author : Hannah Spraggs; [2020]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : This study aims to provide an Anglo-Swedish perspective on displacement and humanitarian crisisin post-war Europe through an analysis of photographs and supporting text published by Swedishand British pictorial magazines Se and Picture Post during the period 1945 – 1946. The researchexplores photographs concerning the themes of fallen destiny and fate, humanitarian relief,organisation of displaced persons and civilians rising from ruin. READ MORE

  6. 20. Post-Industrial infrastructure: re-imagined spaces of form

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Rocco Anthony Pacini; [2019]
    Keywords : Post-Industrial;

    Abstract : Thesis project; 'Post-Industrial infrastructure: re-imagined spaces of form' revolves around several important issues regarding the treatment, appreciation/non-appreciation and architectural qualities of abandon Post-Industrial sites. As many of these types of sites offer many fine qualities that I find valuable within the architectural construct. READ MORE