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Many buildings have been renovated through time either due to their failed structure or a change in design was needed or minor changes to the building needed to be done. However, many buildings lose the meaning of their design after being disused, does not serve the purpose of its function due to the time it is in or the style it was inspired by and hence need a change. Historical buildings are big examples where some were redesigned through time such as Hagia Sophia Museum, Istanbul which was once a church that was transformed to a Mosque and now a museum. But the main concept where beauty lies was how architects were able to maintain certain elements in the interior and exterior of the building while adding on to it creating a coexisting …show more content…

It was expressed most powerfully in churches, cathedrals and even castles with its characteristics that show emotion. Many gothic revivals began in mid-18th century in England and spread through 19th century Europe and continued largely into the 20th century. Famously known castle built in the end of the 15th century for its gothic military architecture with a great history of undergoing changes throughout the years was Moritzburg Castle,a fortified castle now known as Moritzburg Museum. Moritzburg Castle was initially built as residence for the archbishop of Magdeburg and a “Castle” during the 15th century was important to build in order to gain better control over the town and kept it obedient and quiet. The purpose of this …show more content…

It involves a new roof, conceived as a large folded platform, which rises and breaks to allow natural light to enter, and from which the new exhibition areas hang (Frearson, 2011). The idea of this was to free completey the floor of the ancient ruin, allowing a range of exhibition possibilities with the provided space. “This design is complemented with the building of two new vertical communication cores. The first is located in the north wing to connect the levels which must be inter-communicated. The second is a new, contemporary tower, 25 metres high, in the place once occupied by the bastion, which provides access to the new exhibition areas with their distant views over the city” ("Moritzburg Museum Extension / Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos", 2011).
Originally, due to the known concept of castles and how they don’t allow for much light through, the design behind the architects focused on the lighting of the interior. Thus, the entrance of light is permitted through large roof

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From 500 to 1500 AD Europe was not in a dark age, because of their advances with the Gothic Cathedrals, their conquests in the Crusades, and their organization within their Government. During 1163 through 1345 Europe had many architectural advancements, such as the Gothic Cathedral and the Notre Dame. According to the Gothic Cathedral document in Universities and Cathedrals it states,”Common features of gothic cathedrals included architectural innovations, including: large columns, high ceilings with ribbed vaults, flying buttresses, and large stained glass windows.” This quote supports that Europe was not in a dark age because it shows how many architectural innovations were made during this time period.

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While art varies in many ways, one can also easily identify many similarities between cultures. These similarities and differences have been seen and identified throughout history as art has continued to evolve. Architecture is no different, meaning although two grand structures were built on different sides of the world, similarities can be drawn between them. These similarities are consist of symbolism, architecture, and materials used in the structures. For example, the Hagia Sophia and Charlemagne’s Chapel both share similarities and differences through their histories and the architecture and decorations that make these structures so grand.

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