Sunday, March 20, 2011

BP # 9


One example of colonial expansion to the United States is St. Paul's Cathedral; this particular structure was built in London, England between 1675 and 1710. St. Paul's Cathedral bares a striking resemblance to the White House, which was built in Washington, D.C. in 1793. As you can see in the picture below many architectural design elements was taken from England and used in the American building; both structures are have very rectilinear and symmetrical bottoms with the same dome like tower on top. Not to mention the somewhat bulging porch lined across with stacks + columns are similar in both buildings.
St. Paul's Cathedral                   U.S. Capitol Building

 One example of colonial expansion from the United States would be cars. The first car (The Ford Model T) was invented by Henry Ford in 1908. The car became extremely popular really quickly because it decreased the amount of time it took to get from place to place. Since then cars have been produced and used all over the world. And many versions and brands have been designed in an effort to produce the best all around vehicle for certain purposes; such as, speed, looks & luxary, save on gas, etc. 
Ford Model T                              Audi R8 V12 TD


1 comment:

  1. Great job in taking your thoughts outside the "normal" relm of architecture.

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