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<\/p>\nWhile you may not think of architecture very highly, there\u2019s no denying its importance and significance. Often, great architecture also serves as the identity of a city such as Sydney\u2019s Opera House and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, etc.<\/p>\n
But have you ever wondered what\u2019s so special about these buildings? What makes them so iconic? Why is it that when you say or even think of Sydney and Paris, it\u2019s always these two buildings that pop up in your mind and not the countless others in their respective urban landscapes?<\/p>\n
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The answer to that question is great architecture. While that may seem relatively straightforward at first, this answer is much more nuanced and complicated than you\u2019d think. The intricacies of this statement become apparent when you realize the fact that the definition of great architecture is completely subjective.<\/p>\n
That being said, there are a few qualities that almost all great buildings have in common. Ranging from functionality to sustainability, here are a few traits that are inherent to all iconic buildings.<\/p>\n
By far the most defining feature of a great building is that it\u2019s able to inspire a lot of emotions in a person. Think of it this way; almost all tourists remember how they felt when they visited the Roman Colosseum<\/a> for the first time. Simply put, a good building is one that is able to invoke emotion and stir the senses. Granted not every building can be the Pantheon<\/a> or the Colosseum, but that doesn\u2019t mean that architects shouldn\u2019t try!<\/p>\n This one\u2019s a no-brainer; above all else, a great design always serves its purpose. Take the Sydney Opera House for example. While most people think that its fancy design is just to create hype and deviate from the city\u2019s skyline, there\u2019s a secret to its unorthodox design; it enhances the acoustics of the room and makes live performances much more enjoyable.<\/p>\n In other words, the Sydney Opera House remains as popular today as it was when it was first constructed because it serves its purpose. Therefore, if you\u2019re looking to enhance the longevity of your design, by far the simplest way of doing so is by focusing on its functionality.<\/p>\n That being said, countless architects have been guilty of compromising the functionality of a design in favor of enhanced visual aesthetics. It goes without saying that this is a harmful practice and severely impacts the quality and the longevity of a building.<\/p>\n So, if you\u2019re looking to design a building that stands the test of time and is as useful twenty years down the line as it\u2019s now, you need to emphasize on functionality.<\/p>\n It\u2019s an open secret that buildings are a long, one-time investment. In other words, no one is willing to spend millions of dollars every year just to reinforce a design or on its maintenance. Therefore, when designing an iconic piece of architecture, you should use materials that enhance its endurance.<\/p>\n Think of the most iconic buildings in the world, what do most of them have in common? They were made ages ago. Don\u2019t believe us? The Empire State Building was made in 1930 and the Eiffel Tower was erected in 1887, while classics like the Pantheon and the Roman Colosseum were made in 125 AD and 72 AD respectively!<\/p>\n Therefore, endurance is also a very important quality that most iconic buildings have in common. So, if you\u2019re in the process of designing something new, we strongly advise you to use the best materials so as to ensure that your design stands the test of time.<\/p>\n While beauty is completely subjective and everyone is entitled to their opinion, there\u2019s no denying the fact that all architectural masterpieces are beautiful in their own way. It\u2019s a scientifically proven fact that we like to look at things of beauty and buildings are obviously no exception to this general rule.<\/p>\n This is one common aspect that can be found in every single iconic building no matter the period of time they were constructed in. From the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem (built in 1561) to Dubai\u2019s Burj Khalifa (built in 2004) and everything in between, all these iconic buildings are objectively beautiful.<\/p>\n So, spend times perfecting the overall design and try to make it as appealing as it can be. A simple way of doing so is making your building as symmetrical as it can be (e.g. the Burj Khalifa and the Eiffel Tower), but it\u2019s worth mentioning that asymmetrical designs are just as popular, if not more (e.g. the Seattle Central Library and the City Hall in London).<\/p>\n At the end of the day, it all comes down to this. You can have the plans for the most beautiful, durable, and functional design, but if it doesn\u2019t have superior workmanship, it won\u2019t look extraordinary when compared with the countless other buildings in the city\u2019s skyline. Or as Pink Floyd so aptly put it, \u201cJust another brick in the wall\u201d.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, the level of workmanship and the quality of the finish is beyond an architect\u2019s hand. These depend solely on the construction company and the on-site engineers. Simply put, if you don\u2019t use the best onsite team, your design will always look visually bland and unappealing!<\/p>\n And that concludes our list of the traits almost all iconic buildings have in common. If you\u2019re looking to design the next architectural masterpiece (be it a metal building or a steel warehouse<\/a>) we at Allied Steel Buildings<\/a> would love to help!<\/p>\n Since our inception in 2003, we have helped more than 4500 customers make their architectural dreams a reality. Our team consists of experienced engineers & expert construction partners that work in perfect harmony with each other to bring your dream architectural design to life.<\/p>\n The Art of Architecture: What Makes a Great Building? While you may not think of architecture very highly, there\u2019s no denying its importance and significance. 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\nNow compare that to the countless steel buildings in the USA<\/a>. What\u2019s the difference? Why is it that one can inspire us and the other has no emotional effect whatsoever? The answer is emotional resonance.<\/p>\n![\"Steel](\"https:\/\/www.alliedbuildings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/13-300x225.jpg\")
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3. Endurance:<\/h2>\n
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