Architectural Adventures: Exploring Shapes, Perimeters, and Areas in Design

Let’s continue working with area.

To create a balance in design, you decide to add a trapezoidal flower bed adjacent to the bird bath.

For a more organic look, you decide to design an irregular-shaped pond. You divide the shape into basic geometric shapes for ease of calculation.

Now, let’s consider another integral part of architectural designs – the circular shapes. These might be in the form of domes, pillars, or archways.

Great work today! As we navigated through this activity, you got to experience a bit of what architects do when they work with shapes. They measure, they calculate, and they use the results to create functional and beautiful spaces. By determining perimeters, areas, and circumferences, you’ve unlocked a key skill in the world of architecture and design. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll see shapes and spaces in a whole new light!