Space Essays Samples That Help You Write Better, Faster & with Gusto

Introduction

This essay is purposefully written to make an evolution on the movie named ‘Gravity’ which is directed, produced and co-written by Alfonso Cauron. The movie has been released in 2013 and it stars Sandra Bullock as Dr. Ryan Stone, a biomedical engineer and George Clooney as a veteran astronaut named Lieutenant Matt Kowalski. In the movie it is shown that both Dr. Ryan Stone and Matt Kowalski have been left stranded in the space when their space shuttle has been destructed by the space debris in a routine space travel and followed by their subsequent attempt to come back Continue reading...

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, commonly known as NASA, was started in 1958, partly in response to the Soviet Union’s aeronautic achievements (NASA, 2014). Since then, NASA has worked to achieve advancements in aerospace travel, technology, and scientific research. In 1969, NASA facilitated the first space mission to the moon. NASA first launched its reusable space shuttle in 1981, and the shuttle went on 130 successful exploration and scientific missions until it was retired in 2011. In 2000, Russia and the United States established a permanent space station that is used by 15 different nations (NASA, 2014).
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In Newton’s view, God’s present moment is the present moment of absolute time. Since God is not present in a particular place in space, he is omnipresent and hence there is a worldwide moment, which is absolutely present. One implication of Newton’s conception of absolute time is that the order of the parts of time is immutable. He also stated that absolute space and time exist as independent entities in their own right functioning as infinite containers. Newton’s temporal faith provides the basis for absolute simultaneity. His negative view that space is neither a substance Continue reading...

Introduction

One of the most important elements of the interior is the color scheme of the premises - the color of the walls, floors, trim them different materials (plastic, ceramic, drywall, etc.). The color of the interior is created using the principles of contrast and nuance. In practice, there are used both receptions. Color is an active means of interior architecture. A combination of brightness and color form the plastic interior, as well as its spatial composition. An important element of the interior is light and lighting. Artificial lighting in the rooms Hotel serves utilitarian and aesthetic functions. Utilitarian function Continue reading...

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Introduction

Software glitches and errors have resulted in huge losses and escalated problems. Some computer hardware or software problems have been so huge that they resulted in catastrophic results and even reported in the print and online media. Computer software and hardware failures have been reported in various fields from Healthcare, Space Exploration, Military, Media, and Operating Systems to Video Gaming industries and Telecommunications.
One of the highly reported and a catastrophic event was the disaster of Mars Orbiter Spacecraft which crashed into the Mars planet. Mars Orbiter Continue reading...

In the simplest terms, a grave is an excavation in the ground where dead bodies are buried. The grave is a sad place. People adopt an air of melancholy, whether genuine or fake, because that is how people should behave by the grave (it is part of the ritual of burial) and because they mourn the end. The more hopeful, those who believe in life after death see it as the beginning of something new. Still, something only begins from the end of what precedes it, and the grave says this life is over and those still left in Continue reading...

Scene Screening of Diamonds of the Night

The movie Diamonds of the Night when evaluated from the perspective of film theory provides definite previews of the balanced junction of film and space to justify the observations in reference to the contemporary film critic model. Hence, from the lense of evaluation Manny Farber’s space theory the same can be explored over the series of scenes of the movie. Under the consideration of the same theory the first scene is a succinct and impressive depiction to build the interest of the audience.
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The concepts of self and grave affect us all. We encountered these two terms many times in our lives, but perhaps we have never really pondered upon their meanings. These two concepts may seem disconnected at first. But a deeper analogy will show us that they are interrelated; in fact, one concept cannot exist without the other. Just like one of Yi-Fu Tuan’s major points in his book entitled, “Space and Place”, the concept of self and grave and interdependent as the concepts of space and place are – each concept gives meaning to the other. It is the Continue reading...

Telescopes are popular nowadays to the common people because it enables them to observe the sky clearly. Astronomers consider the telescope as one of the most important tools needed to observe the universe, mainly to study the different constellations, and heavenly bodies of the outer space. Most of these objects are too distant to see by the naked eye so experts in astronomical studies rely heavily on telescope observations. Man’s continuous hunger for astronomical knowledge led to the so-called ‘Outer Space Race,’ originally spearheaded by Russia, United States, Japan and even China. Observing the universe outside the Earth Continue reading...

Introduction

The space shuttle Challenger is the disaster that took place in Jan 28th, 1986. The American Shuttle Orbit Challenger broke apart a few seconds after launching. The Shuttle Orbit Challenger broke apart only 73 minutes after the flight exploring into a forking plume of smoke and fire. The tragedy resulted in the death of all the seven crew members who were on board. The remains of the spacecraft fell into Atlantic Ocean and disintegrated. The Challenger accident marked a lesson to engineers all over the world that proper design and safety is very vital when handling delicate machines such Continue reading...

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The problem of the one and many refers to one of the major existential dilemmas of philosophy. It is the quest for the answer to the question about the major elements which control the world. The problem of the One and Many is the question of whether the world is governed by a single entity which is the supreme power or whether there are various elements and powers which control the world. The question has various other questions attached to them which have been a serious issue of concern for Continue reading...

Paper 1

Grabs attention? How?
The Dove ads initially draw attention and attract the audience of two female magazines since they feature a seemingly incongruent objects or images. When we see the contrast among the images, we give specific attention to the ads. We initially conceptualize about smoothness versus roughness and this pertains to the product.
Ad A: The inverted image of a red apple depicts the contrast between the surface and shape of the object. Hence, the audience is drawn to the contrast between the two images. The contrast is in the relationship between the two parts of an image Continue reading...

The oil on canvas painting is a visual art (Giddings & Clifton, 45).The fundamental visual element on oil on canvas paintings are; shading, physical, lines, color, texture, and space. The success of an oil paint relies heavily on the artist’s complete master and the skills used on oil on canvas paintings essential visual elements. The essay analyses the Blue and Gold 1916 oil on canvas painting.
The artwork was a gift to the wife of the artist Roxana Grace Breckenridge, by her husband Hugh Henry Breckenridge. The painting was gifted to the school by the second wife of Continue reading...

Listen to Radiolab's program on color. Create a list of all the new information that you gain from the program.

Question: Whether we see color inside our heads or outside.

Is the light is within or without?

The prism shatters white light, thus, creating a rainbow
A second prism showed that color could be isolated. For example, by “filtering” the blue light, it stayed blue.
White light constituted of the colors. That is, the colors are in the light itself.

The colors are energy inside the white light.

Humans see seven colors. The normal rainbow red orange yellow green blue violent (purple)
Dogs see blue, green, white and black
A sparrow sees ultraviolet light and can therefore Continue reading...

Rosetta Mission

It was March 2, 2004, and the European Space Agency launched Rosetta, a robotic space probe with the task to orbit the comet 67P/Churyumunove-Gerasimeno. The Rosetta Mission was designed with the intent of being the first undertaking to orbit, land and endeavor to study the features of a comet in detail. The objective of the operation is to attempt to thoroughly study the comet, and come up with a scientific understanding of the origin and development of the solar system. It was believed by those behind the launching of the Rosetta that the data collected from the targeted comet Continue reading...

“December 24, 2050: The Christmas Eve Present.”

It is the first day of the Christmas and the start of winter holidays. A well-deserved break from a hectic schedule of the college life. I am up early but the thought of sleeping until late afternoon especially when there is no one to disturb is lingering. The bubble of thought pops with the crackling voice of Walter, my robotic intelligent butler. “Sir, the bathroom floor is preheated and water is ready for your shower”. I opt for coffee first and then shower. I order Walter to make some coffee and my favorite cupcakes. Walter clicks a few buttons Continue reading...

The question of the earth’s existence has been in the circles of thinking and discussion for many generations. Indeed, various arguments have attempted to explain the earth. Religions and human societies possess unique understanding and beliefs about this topic. This paper discusses various points and theories concerning the earth’s existence.

The other name for the teleological arguments is design arguments. Notably, they base their explanation of existence on the evidence of the presence of things. Thus, they use the evidence of existence to prove the existence of an intelligent designer. The hypothesis of a designer is plausible Continue reading...

Abstract

Building designs in the tropics are driven by many factors that tend to make the thermal ambient environment comfortable to the inhabitants. The key factors that drive tropical building designs include temperature, humidity, radiation and wind speed. These factors determine the way by which tropical homes are structured, their orientation, openings in the home, window spaces and so forth. Needless to say, culture and tradition of the people is a vital force responsible for building design styles in the tropics. Environmental psychology is a vital concern itself regarding the way the environment affects man. It tends to emphasize on Continue reading...

A local theater company is in need of a space to put on a production of the musical, Hair. There is a church in the neighborhood whose chapel is currently closed due to economic reasons. In order to raise funds for the parish, the church is renting the chapel out for community events and meetings. The theater company is considering renting the space for their production of Hair. Should the church consent and rent the space to the theater company in light of the controversial content of the play?
Hair was originally produced and presented on Broadway in 1968. Continue reading...

A rotatable and collapsible / expandable Space Needle would recount demographic make-up of Pacific Northwest. Given emblematic character of Seattle's Space Needle, proposed digital media feature would incorporate collapsible / expandable built-in features which, when clicked, expands across displaying basic information about a specific region in Pacific Northwest. The expandable, built-in features could assume a box-like functionality similar to Google Earth's. More information about a specific area could be found by embedding user-friendly icons which, when clicked, lead to areas of interest. Predictably, expandable / collapsible boxes, as well as embedded icons, could assume shapes of landmarks in areas Continue reading...

The Saturn V was a rocket which was built by NASA in order to launch astronauts to the moon. It is a human-rated expendable rocket, and its country of origin is America. The Saturn V was a powerful rocket which was used for seven years by NASA for Apollo as well as Skylab; it had a history of numerous launches, manned as well as unmanned, and it consisted of three stages which were developed by different companies and had different characteristics.
The purpose of the rocket was to enhance the Apollo lunar program through the exploration of the Moon Continue reading...

Rosetta, name given to a spacecraft, is one of the spacecraft of all time, despite the amazing spaceships designed over the years. Over ten years, Rosetta travelled around the orbit, more than four million miles just to rendezvous with Comet, 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. It's amazing speed of about 84,000 miles per hour is another feature that makes Rosette one of a kind. The fact that it has taken so long to land on the comet hoping to find a suitable spot (Gould and John 409-410). Despite its inspiring features and time, that it has taken to complete its mission, Rosetta Continue reading...

The Bible states that all living things were created by a higher being who is God. Chapter one of Genesis states that all creatures were created by God by just giving commands. After creating all the creatures and all living things he created man from dust and he became a living soul. In chapter two of Genesis, it is stated that after creating man he put him to deep sleep and created a woman out of one of his rib. In the Inuit myth it is believed that the Raven created the earth by flapping its wings and striking Continue reading...

„Their influence is proportionate. As objects of science, they are accessible to few men. Yet all men are capable of being raised by piety or by passion, into their region. And no man touches these divine natures, without becoming, in some degree, himself divine. Like a new soul, they renew the body. We become physically nimble and lightsome; we tread on air; life is no longer irksome, and we think it will never be so. No man fears age or misfortune or death, in their serene company, for he is transported out of the district of change. Whilst we Continue reading...

The Waldorf Astoria is one of the finest properties in Park City. It is run by the Hilton chain of hotels. It is located at Park City Utah, amidst the splendid Wasatch Mountains. The building has an old world charm and portrays a timeless elegance with modern luxuries. It is an all season’s luxury hotel offering adventure, sports and tranquil relaxation. It is located a mere 35 minutes from Salt Lake City Airport, There are over 4000 acres of mixed terrain offering a host of outdoor activities. This alpine backdrop boasts a huge variety of free growing wild Continue reading...

Introduction

Have you ever critically thought out some of the processes that occur in nature? Some are exquisite yet not many have seen them. Planetary Nebulae are one of such processes. Scientists liken it to a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis. It is easy to imagine this, but it would also be educative to find out what the process entails (Redd).Planetary Nebulae Formation
Stars seem so gracious from the view of the naked eye; the unimaginable fact is that they are very violent and dynamic. They keep changing in form and location, just like human beings do. They take Continue reading...

Nanotechnology is a relatively new area of science that has evolved from the various studies conducted on manipulating matter at atomic and molecular levels. It has been found that the matter exhibits some unique properties at this nano scale which helps in in developing materials and devices for application in various walks of everyday life. The National Nanotechnology Initiative has defined nanotechnology as “the manipulation of matter with at least one dimension sized from 1 to 100 nanometers.” This article will focus on demonstrating an understanding of the basic scientific and technical concepts of nanotechnology and its various applications Continue reading...

V-2 Rocket

Abstract
The world of rockets includes missiles, aircraft, spacecraft, or other vehicles that gets plunges from the engine of a rocket. Studies show that the first rocket or the V2 missile that could flew high enough to outer space in 1942. The Germans first used the V2 rocket and history shows that their knowledge of missiles and rockets surpassed others in that era. Rocket engine exhaust comes mainly from the propellants that come from inside the rocket before its use. Rocket engines operate based on reactions and actions. Researches show that rocket engines often thrust rockets ahead by ejecting Continue reading...

Introduction

The world today is more dependent on computers and the internet than it was ever before. The situation is slated to progress in a pattern where all our daily activities would be conducted by computer based artificial intelligence. We have already started to educate ourselves online, shop online, transact online for banking activities, we plan our holidays online, purchase plane/bus/train/ferry tickets online, we choose our dating partners online, we plan weddings online, we even share our daily briefs online; clearly, we are overtly dependant on the internet for most of our daily needs.
However, along with all the advantages, Continue reading...

Individual Strategic Plan Report

Decision Making Process – decision are influenced by a number of external and internal factors. Since this is a global chain. the external influences are the host country’s economic heath, the trade laws and regulations, the people’s spending power, the inflation rate and the stability of the government. The internal factors are the employees, the operations management and the overall growth strategies. The Hilton group’s brand is amongst the strongest in the hospitality sector. It has been able to maintain sustained growth over 90 years by fostering strategic partnerships, global presence and employing advanced technology. They started Continue reading...

The ancient Greeks were recognized as the world’s pioneers in studying science, philosophy, and mathematics. One of the contributions of the Greek culture was the Greek mythology which explains the formation of the universe as well as the creation of the mankind. The most noticeable structure of the Greek pantheon was the depiction of gods and goddesses with human attributes. Although the deities have human attributes, their existence in the Greek culture made the humans to become aware of the society hierarchy. For centuries, the subject concerning the Greek mythology brings delight to many people as it provides Continue reading...

In light of recent studies involving primal, Confucianism and Taoism certain elements of religion are emerging. The elements of religion are found in all religions, they are common characteristics that help to define a religion. The elements include: belief in supernatural powers; belief in the holy or sacred; there is a system of rituals; sins or profane acts; a method of salvation; procedures for worship; ideology that is written or shared through oral tradition and a place where worship occurs (Eight Basic Elements”).

Confucianism

Confucianism id a blending of the social teachings of Confucius and ancient Chinese religion. It is Continue reading...

The James Bond film series, ever since its debut with Dr. No in 1962, has maintained a strong status as one of the longest-running action-adventure film franchises in film history. With 23 official films in the series running from 1962 to 2012, the 52-year-old series has combined vicarious jet-setting thrills with a handsome lead star, stunning action, innovative production design, and gorgeous women. However, taking a look at a cross-section of the James Bond films from their beginning to their most current iterations, it is clear that their success also stems from a reflection of the historical and cultural Continue reading...

Network Design

According to Erl (2006), in designing a network for an organization, it is important to consider the size of the organization, the business needs and goals and the number of employees. This will determine the kind of network design to implement in the company. The company has adequate space to accommodate two designers and a receptionist. The designers will used sophisticated software and design tools for their work, frequently communicate with clients and with one another. Additionally, design involves teamwork and this will mean working together on a single project. Therefore, the best network design to implement in this Continue reading...

Industry Analysis Tools

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It is vital to understand potential, position, direction, and aim of the business clearly for staying ahead in the competitive market. The researchers have put a lot of effort in finding the right set of tools for analyzing the performance of industry. PEST Analysis (Political, Economic, Social, and Technological), SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats), and Porter’s Five Forces Model are some renowned examples of industrial analysis tools. This essay will highlight the five common standards and measures for critically analyzing the position, performance, and competitive advantage of any industry of the globe. Specifically, these includes Continue reading...

Denver, Colorado is a beautiful city that is rich in culture, entertainment and facilities. Known as the Mile High City due to its location in the Rocky Mountains, it is a perfect venue for a meeting or convention. This picturesque city offers a variety of options meeting space, hotel accommodations and food and beverage options. There are numerous activities to pursue when visitors have leisure time from museums and shopping to outdoor activities.

History

Denver was originally part of the Kansas Territory. It was founded in 1858, primarily as a gold mining town. When the gold dried up, Denver became Continue reading...

Philosophy and Theology

Philosophy and Theology

The basic difference between Philosophy and Theology is that former takes logical approaches to study or explain the reality while the latter is enshrined in mythological approaches to do the same. In this regard, with a logical approach for instance, the Big Bang theory has been one of the logical theories that have been forwarded to explain the origin of the Universe. Mythological explanations are numerous, depending on one’s religious or cultural backgrounds, to explain the origin and the purpose of the universe. Thus, although theology may have some room for debating, it tends to Continue reading...

The inclusion of mathematical methods in economics is largely due to the very nature of economic processes and the specifics of the science itself. Knowledge of the quantitative relations of economic processes and phenomena is based on the economic measurements. The accuracy of the measurements is largely determines the accuracy of the final results and quantitative analysis by simulation. Therefore, a prerequisite for a spectacular use of mathematical modeling is to improve the economic gauges. Formulated economic challenge in maximizing profit commercial enterprise can also be solved by one of the developed mathematical methods. It should be noted that Continue reading...

Urban planning deals with creating efficient space and places for current and future generations. Urban planning ensures that the spaces are healthful, efficient, appealing and creative in their set up. Urban planning is also referred to as city or regional planning. Planning involves the whole community in adding meaning to their living, the community members involved include civic leaders, community members, the government and other local leaders. Urban planning is essential as it helps plans for future building projects, helps protect existing natural resources such as rivers and helps maintain a specific standard of living that contributes to the Continue reading...

a) From Marpol identify the requirements for the disposal of machinery space bilges.
Marpol 73/78 is the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" is short for marine pollution and 73/78 short for the years 1973 and 1978.)
“According to Annex I of MARPOL 73/78, and more precisely Chapter 2, Regulation 9, the requirements for the disposal for a ship of 400 tons gross tonnage and above other than an oil tanker and for machinery space bilges excluding cargo pump-room bilges of an oil tanker unless mixed with Continue reading...

Impact of technology – Google Car

Introduction
In the short run, the street to an eventual fate of driver-less autos looks uneven. Specialized obstacles remain, and like numerous such advancements, the driver-less auto will first hit the business sector at the top of the line, early-adopter costs. The principal driver-less autos will probably not be really driver-less, but will oblige an authorized and fit driver ready to override the guiding PC in the event that the auto gets lost or is in threat of a mischance. New advancements likewise constantly provoke a certain measure of suspicion and nervousness. A few defects in the driverless innovation Continue reading...

It is almost impossible to overstate the importance of revitalizing homes when considering the rehabilitation of a particular neighborhood. The presence of old, vacant, and run-down buildings is one of the key indicators that a neighborhood is in dire need of rehabilitation; it is with this knowledge that it is important to move forward with the revitalization process of a community or communities that is in need of some assistance. There are a number of important methods for revitalizing communities, and the arguments in favor of the development of poor and underserved neighborhoods is much stronger than the arguments Continue reading...

Summary of Seven Articles

Article (1): Bio-Art: 3D-Printed Faces Reconstructed from Stray DNA
Link: http://www.livescience.com/50146-art-genetic-data-privacy.html

Summary:

According to experts, DNA contains large amount of information because it can reveal so much about the person who left it behind. Dewey-Hagborg discussed in this article what can we learn about any person from his DNA. She depended on collecting forensic samples then she used computer model for DNA analysis to predict the faces of people who left them and used 3D printing to recreate those faces. Hence, Dewey-Hagborg developed state-of-the-art method for people to wipe away their genetic traces.

3D-Printed Faces technique may witness more Continue reading...

Introduction

Urban planning plays a unique role in the development of towns and cities. Indeed, failure to plan effectively for the growth and expansion of cities can have adverse effects not only to the environment but also to the people. The purpose of this paper is to define and identify the importance of urban planning to the communities. In addition, it explores various modes of Urban Planning which have been successfully implemented in various cities. In addition, it considers how an urban planner can develop the cities and regions based on some of the modern urban planning models. My hope Continue reading...

Much has been said with regard to ancient accounts of creation from different cultures around the world. Their emergence and advent are attributed to several cultures and communities that spearheaded civilization in different fields. It is essential to look at these accounts from a critical and analytical point of view to come up with a theory on how cultures perceive creation. The Enuma Elish account from Mesopotamia, the Genesis from Israel and the Greek creation account recorded in the Theogony are among the most common and widely accepted as well as acknowledged sources of faith and history in reference Continue reading...

English

1. The majority of people answering this question seem to do so for the same few reasons. The first is that they claim there is absolutely no scientific evidence for the existence of God. They claim that since we have not observed God through any scientific means of observation, then God must not exist. Most claim that notions of God and eternal life were created as a convenient escape from the harsh reality of death, having to face challenges alone without a higher power watching over, and to keep people behaving well and stay out of trouble. They claim Continue reading...

Family Policy FYC4660 (1190)

Assignment 3: Your Policy Makers

Purposes: To raise awareness of policy and government processes and provide useful tools and experience for finding out more about lawmakers and legislation.
Directions: Answer the questions in the space provided. Type your answers into this document. Keep the question number or letter and question; insert your answers under each question. Answer in one or two lines and brief sentences, as per instructions. Use this document as a template. You may add space as you need it. Please do not delete space.
Find the names of your representatives to the U.S. Congress and your state, Continue reading...

Philosophical Existentialism

Existentialism is a philosophy that stresses the concept of freedom, solitude, and choice. It considers the fact that human beings exist in an irrational world, and they, therefore, have to make rational decisions so as to define them and give life a meaning. Existentialism argues that there is no primary purpose for the existence of humans and that there is no logical explanation for this effect. Therefore, humans only need to embrace their existence to help them define their lives and counter the emptiness in life. This philosophy believes that humans are free beings and must, therefore, be responsible Continue reading...

Jan van Eyck's The Arnolfini Portrait is an art masterpiece exhibiting major components of a visual conceptualization interrelated into a painting. Depicting a man and (possibly) his wife, a lying dog in a (bed)room, formal components of line, shape and form as well as space and color are executed into a painting. Texture, notably, is "experienced" by ingenious combinations of colors, lines and shades. A deeper look into The Arnolfini Portrait is required for a better understanding of van Eyck's style. This paper aims, hence, to conduct a formal analysis of Jan van Eyck's The Arnolfini Portrait.
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Gliders are special designs of aircrafts that are essentially modelled without the integration of an engine. In most cases, they are of various designs, ranging from paper airplanes to Styrofoam toy gliders or balsa wood gliders. Perhaps, the paper airplanes are the simplest gliders to model and fly. On the other hand, balsa wood gliders are more complex to build, but offer the most exciting form of fun for students who are eager to learn about aerodynamics. (Pryor, 2004).
The hang-gliders are piloted aircraft consisting of cloth wings and a structure that is not complex. Several hang-gliders resemble kites Continue reading...

This article is set to analyze various aspects from Isaac Newton’s point of view in relation to the diverse issues that are in existence that many individuals have failed to properly understand. The issues addressed in his views are based on an intelligent perspective as he tries to state that there must be an omnipresent being. This is because there exists numerous things in the world that cannot be explained based on a scientific perspective.
Over the years, it has been a pressing matter to try and explain numerous things that are in existence, this is what drove Continue reading...

Marcus Aurelius Meditations and its relation to Social Psychology

Marcus Animus Verus born A.D. 121 in Rome and assumes the name Marcus Aurelius Antonius. He succeeded the emperor throne in 161 and ruled for the next nineteen years until his death. Once he takes the mantle of leadership, he governs with justice and moderation during a time of constant warfare on the frontiers of the empire. He spends his last years of his reign in uncongenial task of commanding armies that proves irresistible against barbarian hordes. Orator Front educated Aurelius during his formative years while he decides to depart from rhetoric to study Stoic philosophy.
Some of the Continue reading...

In 1943, aging architect Frank Lloyd Wright was opposed to the choice of New York City as the site of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum because he felt that New York City was too congested and urban. However, the design concept which was chosen to house Guggenheim's four-year-old Museum of Non-Objective Painting, was finally completed in 1959 -- after the deaths of both Wright and Guggenheim. For 16 years, the controversial project created conflict between the architect, his clients, public opinion, the art world, and city officials (Drutt, 2015). Wright was already considered an innovative architect, and he had Continue reading...

Most of the parents’ objectives in moving in to a community are for the benefit of their children. Proximity and accessibility to workplace is usually a secondary objective. For the working parents however, they usually end up moving in to suburbs due to financial reasons. There is already a long-running debate regarding raising children in a village where all you can see are uniform buildings without any open space. Sociologists have already raised their concern that suburbs producing young people without personality who are as monotonous as their environment. There is a need to design suburbs as an inclusive Continue reading...

Breaching experiments seek to examine the reactions of people in violation of the socially accepted norms and social rules. The breaching experiment approach assumes that not only do individuals involve themselves every day in building up social interaction rules but also that they are unaware as they do so.
For example, as we talk, imaginary barriers are created. The force fields in which we are comfortable that we call personal space. I performed an interesting experiment of this breach of the talk line. I got the help of a friend and opened up a conversation in a hallway. As Continue reading...

The introduction.

After reading the introduction to the cinematic city and the quest of modern, we can make a conclusion, that there were no single medium that has ever captured the city and the experience of urban modernity better than a movie. The images and the sounds, which are present in a movie nowadays are strong and well-established, that they gather and bring the thoughts and ideas of people regarding the city that they may never visit. In other words, a single film can bring those feelings to a person, that individual can acquire without visiting that kind of place. A Continue reading...

China over the period of 2000-2006 witnessed several changes ranging from politics, astronomy, economics, government and legal systems. These changes were, however, linked to being positive and most obvious changes were that systems improved. It is normal that any country or institution that undergoes changes revolve culturally and at least transform into some operational programs. Policies change, financial sectors, work systems and even forum trends. This paper will thus explore the six major changes in China from 2000 to 2006. These changes range from political, governmental, economical, legal and astronomical ones.
Politically, a visit was made in China by Continue reading...

Introduction

The Artist Work
"The White Gunas" was an abstraction art developed by Isamu Noguchi. Noguchi is an American Born art; his artwork were most inspired by philosophies of the west and the east. His work "The White Gunas, " is a creativity showing three Gunas that stands for strands of quality in Samkhya India (Lewis 10). The first strand is “tamas” which stands for motionless or rather darkness. The second strand is "rajas" which in India means passion or desire and the third strip is "sattva" which means goodness or clear thinking in India. The philosophy of the art is Continue reading...

“Should We Have Stayed In Brooklyn?” The Film by Nora Ephron, “Julie & Julia”

Though the film “Julie & Julia” shot by Nora Ephron is fully dedicated to mastering the culinary art, its very important background is related to urban planning, personal space, and migration. The director demonstrates the access to the Internet as a way of survival and becoming famous from any neighborhood or city and finding personal space in the web. This essay will discuss the urban planning issues with relation to the film.
Being the first major film based on a blog, it is itself already the proof that today, the mankind has the devices much more important than the location Continue reading...

Philosophy of Architecture: Mid-Century Modern Architecture

The architectural era between 1940—1970 is referred to as the Mid-Century Modern Architecture era. This architectural era was characterized by the use of glass extensively in buildings and incorporation of design concepts that favored the creation of open spaces. This was geared towards forging the then architectural style with natural elements such as sunlight, aeration, and beauty. The Mid-century modern architectural era represents architecture that is laden with forward-looking ideas. It was popularized by architects who believed that these architectural concepts would be instrumental in bringing about social change ultimately leading to the creation of better societies. Key Continue reading...