Assignment: Research Project
This is a research project. Include Power Point slides that address the following topics/points. All slides must have images that illustrate your key points. Provide as much visual detail as possible.
A map showing the city and locating the spaces which you will discuss in your presentation.(10 points)
Two significant ART museums in that city: List and include images of the three most important artworks in each museum and discuss why they are important (this is subjective, but explain your choices). You must name the architect of the museum and provide interior and exterior photographs of the space. (20 points per museum)
One significant work of religious architecture in that city: Why was the work created?
Who commissioned it? What is the legacy of the building? (i.e., why does it matter/what did it contribute to the history of architecture) Be sure to include the architectural period or style of the structure and apply at least one descriptive architectural term from your textbook. (20 points)
One significant work of secular (non-religious) architecture in that city: Why was the work created? Who commissioned it? Does its current function differ from its original function? What is the legacy of the building? (i.e., why does it matter/what did it contribute to the history of architecture) Be sure to include the architectural period or style of the structure and apply at least one descriptive architectural term from your textbook. (20 points)
Bibliography of resources consulted. (no images needed here) (10 points)
