Different types of art forms architecture

Different types of art forms architecture to me are the ones that make one’s heart sing.

Ernest Dimnet once said, “Architecture, of all the arts, is the one which acts the most slowly, but the most surely, on the soul.” I couldn’t agree more. Living in, working in or just walking often by the building that’s a piece of art must surely have an elevating effect on those who appreciate aesthetics.

On the other hand, “Buildings designed exclusively on scientific principles will depress their occupants and constrain their creativity.” (Robert Evans)
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Photo of “Bruchsal Castle in Germany – courtesy of kwerfeldein

Schloss Bruchsal Castle was once the home of the Prince Bishops of Speyer. The size of the complex, with more than fifty buildings, is overwhelming. Architectural features painted by illusionists, stucco ornaments richly gilded in gold, and huge, glittering gold dragons spouting water, add princely elegance to the facade of the central structure.

The architecture, painting and stucco blends to form an artistic whole, spiriting the visitor into the world of the late 18th century court. and bears the clear stamp of the Prince Bishop Damien Hugo von Schönborn, the man of influence and connoisseur of art, who commissioned it. (Source)
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Photo and comment below – courtesy of RejiK

Named after the then governor general of Madras, John Napier, the Trivandrum Napier museum is located in the heart of the city. The museum is equipped with natural air conditioning and provides a glance of the rich historical legacy of Kerala. Napier museum and art gallery of Kerala are located in the same compound and the museum has a good collection of ancient archaeological artifacts. This museum was built in the 19th century.

The architecture of the museum building is a unique blend of traditional Kerala, Chinese, Mughal and Italian styles. Tourists are attracted to the Sri Chitra Art gallery, which showcases some of the best works of Raja Ravi Varma and Roerich amongst other noted artists. One can find paintings belonging to Rajput, Mughal and the very famous Tanjore School of Art. As they say, art knows no boundaries and we find a true example of this in the art gallery. One can find paintings from Tibet, Japan and China, thus honoring the various art forms of those countries.

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Photo and comment below – courtesy of Batikart

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is a museum of modern and contemporary art designed by Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry, built by Ferrovial and located in Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain. It is built alongside the Nervion River, which runs through the city of Bilbao to the Atlantic Coast. The Guggenheim is one of several museums belonging to the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation. The museum features permanent and visiting exhibits of works by Spanish and international artists.

The curves on the building were designed to appear random. The architect has been quoted as saying that “the randomness of the curves are designed to catch the light”. When it was opened to the public in 1997, it was immediately hailed as one of the world’s most spectacular buildings in the style of Deconstructivism, although Gehry does not associate himself with that architectural movement. Architect Philip Johnson called it “the greatest building of our time”.

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Photo courtesy of Chicamguy

South Beach hotel in Miami, Florida on Collins Avenue

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Photo and comment below – courtesy of ali reza_parsi

The city of Yazd’s first mention in historic records predate it back to around 3000 years BC when it was related to by the name of Ysatis, and was then part of the domain of Medes, an ancient settler of Iran.

In the course of history due to its distance from important capitals and its harsh natural surrounding, Yazd remained immune to major troops’ movements and destruction from wars, therefore it kept many of its traditions, city forms and architecture until recent times. During the invasion of Genghis Khan in the early 1200’s AD Yazd became a safe haven and home for many artists, intellectuals and scientists fleeing their war ravaged cities around Persia.

For a brief period, Yazd was the capital of Atabakan and Mozaffarid dynasties (14th Century AD). During Qajar dynasty (18th Century AD) it was ruled by the Bakhtiari Khans.

The City and province of Yazd hold many wonders of historic and architectural significance. A Zoroastrian Fire Temple in Yazd holds a traditional fire which has been kept alight by Zoroastrian priests, continuously for over 1100 years.

The Fort of Naren is Iran’s largest mud brick structure predating Islam. Caravansaries, Islamic architecture including the Jamea Mosque and many other works and art forms go back over 1000 years.

Yazd’s wind-towers, which act as natural cooling systems for homes and public structures, remain a marvel of world architectural design and innovation. In addition, the city sat on the path of the ancient Silk Road and was the lodging and visiting spot for many travelers and merchants. Marco Polo in his travelogues titles the city: “the noble city of Yazd”

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Photo and comment below – courtesy of fallingwater123

Nature, art and architecture come together to form a beautiful harmony at the Wisteria Arbor section of the Cheekwood Mansion, Nashville.

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Photo and comment below – courtesy of JamesWatkins

Formerly the Flagler Hotel…Henry Flagler originally built this as a winter resort for wealthy northern vacationers that wanted to get away from the snow…From here, he extended the railroads into south Florida and was therefore instrumental in opening up the lower part of the state for development.

Eventually the hotel was purchased and is now Flagler College…a fine arts college…with beautiful architecture…as Mr. Flagler spared no expense in the buildings for his original clientele. there are many dramatic and expensive examples of fine craftsmanship from all over the world in these buildings, including the beautiful glass work, crystal, and chandeliers. It is a main tourist stop for visitors and tours are given daily…a magically designed place to me with many photo ops.

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