Architecture

Architecture is the art of designing buildings. People who do this job are called architects. They draw plans for houses, schools, and skyscrapers. Good architecture is both beautiful and useful.

What Architects Do

Architects think about how a building will look and how people will use it. They draw plans that show every part of the building. They work with builders to make sure the plans are followed. Safety is very important in their job.

A famous modern building with clean white walls and big windows.
A famous modern building with clean white walls and big windows. (Spyrosdrakopoulos / Wikimedia Commons)

Styles Around the World

Different countries and times have different building styles. Ancient Greek buildings had tall stone columns. Old castles in Europe had thick walls and towers. Modern buildings often use glass and steel. Each style tells a story about the people who built it.

Fun Facts

  • The tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
  • The Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest building for over 3,800 years.
  • Architects use math every day to design safe buildings.

Did You Know?

The word architecture comes from a Greek word meaning chief builder.