"Symmetry in everyday language refers to a sense of harmonious and beautiful proportion and balance."
The use of identical or similar elements on opposite sides of a central axis to create a pleasing visual balance, often measured by mathematical ratios.
Basic Concepts in Classical Architecture: This topic covers the principles behind classical architecture and its evolution over time, including the main features of the different styles.
Symmetry in Classical Architecture: This topic explores the concept of symmetry in classical architecture, including how it is achieved, its variations and forms, and its significance in classical design.
Proportion in Classical Architecture: This topic covers the use of proportion in the design of classical architecture, including the rules, ratios, and mathematical concepts that are used to create visually pleasing and harmonious designs.
The Classical Orders: This topic covers the five classical orders, including the Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, Tuscan, and Composite orders. It explores the features of each order, including their columns, entablatures, and decorative elements.
Ornamentation in Classical Architecture: This topic explores the different types of ornamentation used in classical architecture, including moldings, entablatures, capitals, pediments, and friezes.
Classical Architecture and Landscape: This topic explores the relationship between classical architecture and the surrounding landscape, including how buildings are situated and integrated with the natural environment.
Classical Architecture and Interior Design: This topic covers the use of classical architectural elements in interior design, including how features such as columns, cornices, and moldings are used to create a cohesive and harmonious design.
Classical Architecture and Contemporary Design: This topic explores how classical architecture is being used in contemporary design, including the reinterpretation of classical elements and their integration into modern architectural styles.
Historical and Cultural Contexts of Classical Architecture: This topic covers the historical and cultural contexts in which classical architecture was developed, including the influence of Greek and Roman civilizations, and the development of different styles in different regions.
Sustainability and Classical Architecture: This topic examines the sustainability of classical architecture, including its use of durable materials, energy-saving design features, and overall environmental impact.
Bilateral Symmetry: The building has a central axis, and both sides are a perfect mirror image of each other.
Radial Symmetry: The building has multiple axes of symmetry, often emanating from a central point.
Rotational Symmetry: A type of radial symmetry where the building has rotational symmetry about its central axis.
Asymmetry: The building lacks any type of symmetry.
Proportional Harmony: The building follows a set of proportional ratios, often based on the principles of the Golden Mean or the Fibonacci sequence, creating harmonic proportions.
Modularity: The building is designed with a repeated module or unit, creating a sense of proportion and harmony.
Anthropomorphic Proportion: The building is designed to imitate the human body, with proportions based on the human figure.
Hierarchical Proportion: The building is designed to show a clear hierarchy of importance through proportional differences, where elements that are more important or meaningful are larger in size.
Geometric Proportion: The building is designed using geometric shapes, such as squares, circles, or triangles, to create a sense of proportion and balance.
Augmented Proportion: The building is designed with certain elements that are deliberately exaggerated in size or proportion, creating a sense of grandeur, opulence, or power.
"In mathematics, the term has a more precise definition and is usually used to refer to an object that is invariant under some transformations, such as translation, reflection, rotation, or scaling."
"Although these two meanings of the word can sometimes be told apart, they are intricately related, and hence are discussed together in this article."
"such as translation, reflection, rotation, or scaling."
"Mathematical symmetry may be observed with respect to the passage of time."
"Mathematical symmetry may be observed [...] as a spatial relationship."
"In science and nature"
"through other kinds of functional transformations"
"Yes, symmetry can be observed as an aspect of abstract objects, including theoretic models, language, and music."
"This article describes symmetry from three perspectives"
"in mathematics, including geometry"; "in science and nature"; "in the arts, covering architecture, art, and music"
"Symmetry in architecture"
"Symmetry in the arts, covering architecture, art, and music."
"The opposite of symmetry is asymmetry."
"Asymmetry refers to the absence or a violation of symmetry."
"Symmetry (from Ancient Greek συμμετρία (summetría) 'agreement in dimensions, due proportion, arrangement')"
"'agreement in dimensions, due proportion, arrangement'"
"Symmetry in everyday language refers to a sense of harmonious and beautiful proportion and balance."
"Yes, in mathematics, the term has a more precise definition"
"to refer to an object that is invariant under some transformations, such as translation, reflection, rotation, or scaling."