INA 562 - History of Environmental Arts II (4)

Historical survey of environmental arts of the Western world from the Italian Renaissance to the beginning of the 19th century in France, England, and America, and encompassing the Renaissance, Mannerist, Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassic periods. The influence of geographical location, social, religious, economic, and political forces. Topics include major monuments and artists, architects, and designers. Appreciation for cultural heritage and utilization of library and museum resources to recognize and evaluate significant environmental design movements.