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Hello! We are Odelis Lozada and Sabine Beyer. We are doing this video for our Final Project of English class at Universidad Simon Bolivar. We are going to talk about all the concepts we have been working in class and show how those concepts make Venezuela unique in architecture. We are going to approach this project to the Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, because we consider it one of the most beautiful and complete examples of Venezuelan architecture .

El aula magna de la Universidad Central de Venezuela” is the most important example for acoustic because the designers thought not only in the material but also in the way the ceilings were made, since the inclination is very important. It is very important when the architect designs any element, to pay attention to the sound level, because sound level may or may not create an enjoyable atmosphere for human. To avoid the echo is necessary to use sound absorbent materials.

In this stained-glass window, we can appreciate how the use of the colors and light generate a really enjoyable atmosphere. The presence of sublime light and the use of warm colors make a big difference in how you perceive the space.

The horizontal circulation is really important in the Ciudad Universitaria’s outdoors. It defined by roofed corridors that make the walk across them really pleasant. Also the palms make nicer the cross over those corridors and crate a regular rhythm. The vertical circulation is really important too in the Ciudad Universitaria. Vertical circulation is really important because it’s the connector between all building’s floors. It’s expressed by ramps and stairs.

In these pictures we can see how the natural light makes a pretty amenable space. The white wall has not only a decorative function, also reflects the light and illuminates all the space. The use of columns define the crossover of the “Plaza Cubierta” without using walls, and giving the space a special rhythm. Besides, the highness of the roof is comfortable for pedestrians and allows the comfortable permanence In these pictures we can see the use the natural light again, truth apertures in the roof and in the walls. The big corridor is defined by a series of columns that determine the horizontal circulation. The use of hard and polished textures like concrete and mosaic make the rooms feel The vertical Circulation is really important too in the Ciudad Universitaria. Vertical circualtion is really important because it's the connector between all buildings' floors. It's expressed by ramps and stairs.

In these pictures we can see how the natural light makes a pretty amenable space. The white wall has not only a decorative function, also reflects the light and illuminates all the space. The use of columns define the crossover of the “Plaza Cubierta” without using walls, and giving the space a special rhythm. Besides, the highness of the roof is comfortable for pedestrians and allows the comfortable permanence In these pictures we can see the use the natural light again, truth apertures in the roof and in the walls. The big corridor is defined by a series of columns that determine the horizontal circulation. The use of hard and polished textures like concrete and mosaic make the rooms feel lighter In this picture we can see the elements we mentioned before: the use of color, light, rhythm and texture to create a particular atmosphere

**In Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, we can find all the elements that can make the experience of the space more pleasant.**
 * The vertical and horizontal circulation is very clear and defined by corridors, staircase and ramps. The aspect of a space can change depending of the use of light, texture and color. The use of color can make a same space looks really different. So the use of a specific color can make us feel in a specific way. Lighting and the use of textures also can make a big difference in how you feel about a space or a room. And the highness of all the spaces around the Universidad Central de Venezuela makes a nice scale for pedestrians. The use of columns and trees make the university have a special rhythm. All this elements make Ciudad Universitaria unique around the world, because Carlos Raul Villanueva achievement integrates all those elements in the same work.**