Pre-Historic

Being able to look at design and architecture from the prehistoric times gives us a glimpse into what life was like thousands and thousands of years ago. Prehistoric homes were mostly influenced by geographic location and the materials available in that location. Unlike today, where we can import materials from around the world, the people of prehistoric times had to use whatever resources where around them to construct their homes. 

The design of the prehistoric time was rarely ornamental or decorative, but rather functional and purposeful. Everything seems to have a specific purpose and place in their lives. Furniture was also rarely used because so many people of this time period were nomads, never staying in one place for long. Although pattern and design was used in weaving, such as blankets, baskets, and rugs, the pattern imagery, and color typically served a specific purpose such as association with a group, or was used as symbolism referencing religion and/or tradition. 

This picture shows a recreation of a prehistoric home that was discovered in Scotland on the outskirts of Edinburgh and dates back to around 10, 250. Inside, the remains of several fireplace hearths were found. 

Skara Brae, Neolithic village in Scotland  

Stonehenge in England, dating from 3200-1600 B.C. showing post and lintel construction

Modern Application 

modern sandstone cave home in Missouri 

cave home in Greece 

modern post and lintel construction 

Peer Review

I looked at Calley's blog post and really enjoyed the modern application pictures she shared. I though all the modern takes on cave living that she shared were very interesting and intriguing. 

I also read Haley's blog and enjoyed the modern underground house that she shared. I thought that the oval shape of the house was such a nice modern take on a prehistoric underground home.