Week 3-peer's comment - Assignment Example

Architecture: Peer’s Comment Response to Maggie’s Post Maggie post is definitive in its of Prairie style architecture. The post carefully incorporates the major characteristics of the style that include flat roofs, grouped windows and extended eaves. The William Winslow residence chosen is an accurate example of this architectural style. Maggie also relates the style of architecture to political thought, an ingenious method of analysing architecture in relation to the political environment.

However, the post fails to incorporate the interior of the Prairie style. A key characteristic is Lloyd’s use of fewer rooms as compared to preceding styles (Rust, 1). Maggie provides the characteristics of Usonian architecture. Key is its application in making homes affordable to the common man. Simple and organic, the architecture utilizes simple natural materials. The post fails to link the two styles of architecture. Notably, the Usonian style is a simplification of the Prairie style architecture.

Response to Diandra’s Post Diandra provides a simple yet cohesive analysis of the prairie style. The post links the prairie style with Wright’s vision of making a building part of the environment. Specifically, Diandra acknowledges the characteristics of the style. The mention of the building’s interior provides further insight into the style. The post mentions the primary role of the fireplace in the style. Moreover, Diandra mentions carefully the style’s incorporation of open plan layouts that replaces “isolated rooms” with “interwoven spaces” (Roth, 306).

The Ward W. Willits house serves as an example of the style. However, detail lacks in describing the house specifically. Diandra links the two style by acknowledging their similarity. Moreover, the post sees the Usonian version as a simpler version of the Prairie style. However, it is necessary to mention the specific details eliminated in the Usonian style. These include the garage and the basement. The post mentions the Jacob’s House as a prime example of this style. ReferencesRust M., Usonian Architecture: About Usinian Architecture.

The Organic Architect. 2009.Retrieved From: http://theorganicarchitect.com/page/usonian-architecture/usonian-architecture.htm Roth, Leland. American Architecture: A History. Boulder: Westview Press, 2001. Print.