History & Theory of Architecture 1

Description

The course provides a survey of the Classical Civilization focusing on the architecture, art and formation of cities in the Greek and Roman periods, including the Aegean, Greek and Hellenistic cities as well as Etruscan and Roman periods.

Program

B.Sc. in Architectural Design

Objectives

• • Develop an understanding of the interrelation and influence between the organization of the built environment and the social, political, cultural and technological aspects that shape the architectural character in the classical periodrn• Provide the student with knowledge of the concept of contextual responsiveness via underlining materials and techniques used in varied types of architecture from the beginnings of the Minoan civilization up to the fall of the Roman Empire.rn