Architecture and Design Quiz

What is the Beijing National Stadium popularly known as?

• The Bird's Nest

• The Water Cube

• The Glass Dome

• The Solar Pavilion

What is the outer skin of Council House 2 compared to?

• The dermis

• The epidermis

• The cortex

• The cuticle

What natural structure is the Gherkin's design inspired by?

• Honeycomb

• Coral Reef

• Venus Flower Basket Sponge

• Bird's Nest

What is the primary benefit of the Gherkin's design?

• Increased height

• Aesthetic appeal

• Wind resistance

• Cost efficiency

Who designed the Eastgate Center in Zimbabwe?

• Norman Foster

• Mick Pearce

• Zaha Hadid

• Frank Gehry

What natural system does the Eastgate Center use for cooling?

• Solar panels

• Geothermal energy

• Termite-inspired ventilation

• Water cooling

By how much does the Eastgate Center reduce energy consumption compared to a standard building?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

What structural system was used in the Eden Project?

• Triangles and squares

• Circles and ellipses

• Hexagons and pentagons

• Rectangles and ovals

What do the internal iron braces of the Eiffel Tower represent?

• The cortex

• The trabecula

• The marrow

• The periosteum

What architectural concept is shared by both the Eden Project and the Eiffel Tower?

• Use of glass

• Use of natural forms

• Use of concrete

• Use of digital technology