ARTH 292 Lecture 1: note1
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The europeans were engaged in the idea of progressive in science, industry, etc and also interested in material culture of other countries- colonization. Created a road linking major british colonies, cairo road. A series of nation states after colonization, nonetheless organizations still base on the ideal of europe. Zambia, understand the extent of international style and popularity of ideas and forms. Represents the financial and real estate companies that had become nationalized, consolidated after the colonization. Representing economic importance, strength and development (into capitalist, flowing ideas priced by europeans) Zambia is rich in copper, but due to political instability, zambia is seem as a strong economic leader. Cantilever reinforced concrete; concrete core inside and a steel skeleton on the outside. A kind of detailing that provides a bit of interest, a rhythm across the facade and decoration, without being excessive.