Take The Sydney Architecture Festival Quiz
Think you know your architecture? To celebrate the 2014 Sydney Architecture Festival, we've put together 20 questions that will test your knowledge on architecture and design with a special focus on Sydney.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
This model explains the geometry of which iconic Sydney building?
- A.
Dr Chau Chak Wing Building, UTS (Frank Gehry)
- B.
Sydney Opera House (Jørn Utzon)
- C.
Australia Square (Harry Seidler)
Correct Answer
B. Sydney Opera House (Jørn Utzon)Explanation
The shells of the Opera House are based on the geometry of a sphereRate this question:
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- 2.
Which Sydney building, built in 1962 is famous for being the first to break the 150ft height limit in Sydney's CBD, first set in 1912?
- A.
Centrepoint Tower (Donald Crone)
- B.
Chifley Tower (Kohn Pedersen Fox)
- C.
AMP Building, Circular Quay (PTW)
Correct Answer
C. AMP Building, Circular Quay (PTW)Explanation
The correct answer is AMP Building, Circular Quay (PTW). This building, constructed in 1962, holds significance as it was the first to exceed the 150ft height limit that had been in place in Sydney's CBD since 1912.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Sydney architect Harry Seidler once worked for;
- A.
Walter Gropius
- B.
Le Corbusier
- C.
Glenn Murcutt
- D.
Frank Lloyd Wright
Correct Answer
A. Walter GropiusExplanation
Harry Seidler, a Sydney architect, worked for Walter Gropius. Walter Gropius was a renowned German architect and founder of the Bauhaus school of design. Gropius had a significant influence on modern architecture and his ideas and principles were widely followed by architects around the world. Seidler's association with Gropius indicates that he was influenced by Gropius' design philosophy and may have worked under his guidance or in his architectural firm at some point in his career.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Name the famous Sydney Architect featured on Australia's $10 note until 1993?
Correct Answer
Francis GreenwayExplanation
Appointed Australia's first Government Architect by Governor Lachlan Macquarie in 1816Rate this question:
- 5.
What is the size of a Sydney house brick?
Correct Answer
230mm x 110mm x 76mmExplanation
You thought that was a trick, right? We thought it pretty unfair without some kind of prompt....Rate this question:
- 6.
Name the architect of UTS’ extraordinary new Chau Chak Wing building?
Correct Answer
Frank GehryExplanation
(in association with Daryl Jackson Robin Dyke, and built by Lend Lease)Rate this question:
- 7.
Which Sydney architect is known for his white steel structure - evident in the Sydney Maritime Museum and the Sydney Football Stadium?
- A.
Gabrielle Poole
- B.
Phillip Cox AO
- C.
Richard Johnson
Correct Answer
B. Phillip Cox AOExplanation
Phillip Cox AO is the correct answer because he is a well-known Sydney architect who is recognized for his use of white steel structures, which can be seen in notable buildings such as the Sydney Maritime Museum and the Sydney Football Stadium.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Name 3 Australian architectural practices in the world's top 40 largest?
Correct Answer
Cox; Hassell; Woods BagotExplanation
Source: http://www.archdaily.com/330759/the-100-largest-architecture-firms-in-the-world/Rate this question:
- 9.
Can anyone call themselves an architect?
- A.
No
- B.
Yes
Correct Answer
A. NoExplanation
No - in NSW the Architects Act protects the use of the title to those registered with the Architects Registration BoardRate this question:
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- 10.
Name the architect of the award winning Prince Alfred Park Pool?
Correct Answer
Rachel Neeson, from Neeson Murcutt ArchitectsExplanation
Pictured here with Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore who, as the client for the Pool, also proves that great architecture comes from great clients.Rate this question:
- 11.
The Shearer’s Hall of fame is located in which NSW regional city?
- A.
Bathurst
- B.
Orange
- C.
Hay
- D.
Tamworth
Correct Answer
C. HayExplanation
Architect: Paul Berkemeier (who was also recently the National president of the Australian Institute of Architects)Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which Sydney building has this stained glass dome 60m above street level?
Correct Answer
Queen Victoria BuildingExplanation
You can check out more at Sydney Open! http://sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/sydneyopenRate this question:
- 13.
What percentage of architects, registered in NSW, are women?
- A.
21%
- B.
31%
- C.
41%
- D.
51%
Correct Answer
B. 31%Explanation
....and yet more than 50% of those graduating are women. The reasons for this, and strategies to support for balance and diversity in the architecture profession is a hot topic right now.Rate this question:
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- 14.
How many architects does it take to change a lightbulb?
Correct Answer
None - most prefer to design houses that are light filled to save on energy bills!Explanation
The answer to the question is "None - most prefer to design houses that are light filled to save on energy bills!" This is because architects prioritize designing houses that are naturally well-lit, reducing the need for artificial lighting and thereby saving on energy consumption and bills.Rate this question:
- 15.
Name the only Australian architect to be awarded the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 2002?
- A.
Glenn Murcutt
- B.
Nick Murcutt
- C.
Harry Seidler
- D.
Leslie Wilkinson
Correct Answer
A. Glenn MurcuttExplanation
Glenn Murcutt is the correct answer because he is the only Australian architect to have received the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 2002. This award is considered one of the highest honors in the field of architecture and is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the profession. Murcutt is known for his sustainable and environmentally-sensitive designs, and his work has had a significant impact on the architectural community both in Australia and internationally.Rate this question:
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