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TL;DR: This survey shows the state of the research at this moment, in this domain, by presenting and discussing eight of the most representative architecture analysis methods by making classifications, comparisons and appropriateness studies.
Abstract: The purpose of the architecture evaluation of a software system is to analyze the architecture to identify potential risks and to verify that the quality requirements have been addressed in the design. This survey shows the state of the research at this moment, in this domain, by presenting and discussing eight of the most representative architecture analysis methods. The selection of the studied methods tries to cover as many particular views of objective reflections as possible to be derived from the general goal. The role of the discussion is to offer guidelines related to the use of the most suitable method for an architecture assessment process. We will concentrate on discovering similarities and differences between these eight available methods by making classifications, comparisons and appropriateness studies.
542 citations
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01 Jan 1981
TL;DR: A wrench having a fixed jaw and a movable jaw slidably mounted thereon, a cylindrical screw member rotatably mounted in an aperture formed on the base of the fixed jaw engaged with a rack on the movable Jaw means at each end and the base having sockets formed therein at said aperture.
Abstract: A wrench having a fixed jaw and a movable jaw slidably mounted thereon, a cylindrical screw member rotatably mounted in an aperture formed on the base of the fixed jaw engaged with a rack on the movable jaw, the screw member having a bore forming socket means at each end and the base having sockets formed therein at said aperture, a first ball member interposed between one socket of said base and the socket means on one end of said screw member and a second ball member interposed between one socket of said base and the socket means on the other end of said screw member and spring means urging each of said balls to the sockets of said base.
537 citations
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01 Jan 1982
TL;DR: The Architecture of the City by Aldo Rossi as discussed by the authors is a major work of architectural and urban theory, and it has become immensely popular among architects and design students, especially in Italy.
Abstract: Aldo Rossi, a practicing architect and leader of the Italian architectural movement La Tendenza, is also one of the most influential theorists writing today. The Architecture of the City is his major work of architectural and urban theory. In part a protest against functionalism and the Modern Movement, in part an attempt to restore the craft of architecture to its position as the only valid object of architectural study, and in part an analysis of the rules and forms of the city's construction, the book has become immensely popular among architects and design students.
536 citations
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01 Jan 1980
TL;DR: Frampton's survey of 20th-century architecture and its origins has become a classic since it first appeared in 1980 as discussed by the authors, and has been revised, enlarged and expanded, and added an entirely new concluding chapter that focuses on four countries where individual talent and enlightened patronage have combined to produce a comprehensive and convincing architectural culture: Finland, France, Spain and Japan.
Abstract: This acclaimed survey of 20th-century architecture and its origins has become a classic since it first appeared in 1980. Now revised, enlarged and expanded, Kenneth Frampton brings the story up to date and adds an entirely new concluding chapter that focuses on four countries where individual talent and enlightened patronage have combined to produce a comprehensive and convincing architectural culture: Finland, France, Spain and Japan. The bibliography has also been reviewed and extended, making this volume more indispensable than ever. 362 illus.
514 citations
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13 Sep 2005
TL;DR: Kellert as discussed by the authors examines the fundamental interconnectedness of people and nature, and how the loss of this connection results in a diminished quality of life, and proposes many practical and creative solutions for cultivating a more rewarding experience of nature in our built environment.
Abstract: This is a definitive examination of how the inter-relationship between nature, architecture, and design is essential to human well-being. "Sustainable design" has made great strides in recent years; unfortunately, it still falls short of fully integrating nature into our built environment. Through a groundbreaking new paradigm of "restorative environmental design," award-winning author, Stephen R. Kellert proposes a new architectural model of sustainability. In "Building for Life", Kellert examines the fundamental interconnectedness of people and nature, and how the loss of this connection results in a diminished quality of life. This thoughtful new work illustrates how architects and designers can use simple methods to address our innate needs for contact with nature. Through the use of natural lighting, ventilation, and materials, as well as more unexpected methodologies - the use of metaphor, perspective, enticement, and symbol - architects can greatly enhance our daily lives. These design techniques foster intellectual development, relaxation, and physical and emotional well-being. In the works of architects like Frank Lloyd Wright, Eero Saarinen, Cesar Pelli, Norman Foster, and Michael Hopkins, Kellert sees the success of these strategies and presents models for moving forward. Ultimately, Kellert views our fractured relationship with nature as a design problem rather than an unavoidable aspect of modern life, and he proposes many practical and creative solutions for cultivating a more rewarding experience of nature in our built environment.
504 citations