A good place to begin study of the classical language of architecture is with an overview of the geometry and terminology of classical mouldings, the smallest classical parts. Mouldings may be thought of as the ‘a, b, c’s’ of classical architecture. The classical orders and related forms are composed of a combination of these smaller elements and are therefore better understood when one is versed in the grammar of the individual parts. Mouldings also represent, in minute form, some of the ideas that define classicism itself. Participants will learn how to distinguish major profile types and explore some of the guiding principles and theory involved in their design and application.

Instructor Bio

After receiving his Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Iowa State University in 1986, Scott moved back to Chicago, began working on custom residential projects, and soon realized that he enjoyed the most intricate and detailed projects. In 1990 Scott became Project Architect at Richard Gibbons & Associates, and in 2000 became a partner and vice president of Gibbons, Fortman & Associates.

Scott has been an active member of the American Institute of Architects, Leaders of Design Council, Luminarts Foundation and has served on the Oak Park Historic Preservation Committee. Scott is the President of the Chicago-Midwest Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art. Scott has donated his time to Habitat for Humanity and Designs for Dignity providing Pro Bono design services for non-profits.

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