Based on Mrs. Sharon DeRenzo handout – Grade 5/6 Savannah Middle School Art Teacher.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architecture

Architecture – The art and science of designing and building structures.
Visit at least 2 of these web sites and answer the following questions.

http:/www.pbs.org/wgbh/buildingbig

http://library.thinkquest.org/10098

http://www.archkidecture.org

http://www.architectstudio3d.org/AS3d/index.html

http://www.castles.org

What type of architecture do you like best?
Where did you see this building/structure?
When was it built?
What Country was/is it located in?
Bonus: What was the purpose of gargoyles? – Hint: Look at Cathedrals or Gothic architecture.

Sketch out 3 ideas for your architectural design. Develop your favorite idea into a detailed drawing.