Verncaular and Georgian Architecture (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What factors influence the design of vernacular architecture?
What factors influence the design of vernacular architecture?
Climate, terrain, culture & builder skill
Which materials are examples of those used in vernacular architecture?
Which materials are examples of those used in vernacular architecture?
Stone, mud, turf, timber & reeds
Why is vernacular architecture environmentally sustainable?
Why is vernacular architecture environmentally sustainable?
Materials don't need long-distance transport
How many main rooms did traditional west coast dwellings typically have?
How many main rooms did traditional west coast dwellings typically have?
One main room
Why was the gable end of west coast houses positioned facing the prevailing wind?
Why was the gable end of west coast houses positioned facing the prevailing wind?
For protection
Where were west coast dwellings most commonly found in Ireland?
Where were west coast dwellings most commonly found in Ireland?
Munster and Connacht
What is the traditional ratio of lime to sand in lime render?
What is the traditional ratio of lime to sand in lime render?
1 part lime to 2.5-3 parts sand
When did Classical style architecture arrive in Ireland?
When did Classical style architecture arrive in Ireland?
Around the turn of the 18th century
How many storeys high were Georgian houses typically built?
How many storeys high were Georgian houses typically built?
Four storeys over a basement
What was the source of brick used in Dublin's Georgian buildings?
What was the source of brick used in Dublin's Georgian buildings?
Surplus ship ballast from England