Atrium Software Download
Destini Armstrong
In architecture, an atrium (pl.: atria or atriums)[1] is a large open-air or skylight-covered space surrounded by a building.[2]Atria were a common feature in Ancient Roman dwellings, providing light and ventilation to the interior. Modern atria, as developed in the late 19th and 20th centuries, are often several stories high, with a glazed roof or large windows, and often located immediately beyond a building's main entrance doors (in the lobby).
Atria are a popular design feature because they give their buildings a "feeling of space and light."[3] The atrium has become a key feature of many buildings in recent years.[4] Atria are popular with building users, building designers and building developers. Users like atria because they create a dynamic and stimulating interior that provides shelter from the external environment while maintaining a visual link with that environment. Designers enjoy the opportunity to create new types of spaces in buildings, and developers see atria as prestigious amenities that can increase commercial value and appeal.[5]
In a domus, a large house in ancient Roman architecture, the atrium was the open central court with enclosed rooms on all sides. In the middle of the atrium was the impluvium, a shallow pool sunken into the floor to catch rainwater from the roof. Some surviving examples are beautifully decorated. The opening in the ceiling above the pool (compluvium) called for some means of support for the roof, and it is here where one differentiates between five different styles of atrium. As the centrepiece of the house, the atrium was the most lavishly furnished room. Wealthier houses often included a marble cartibulum, an oblong marble table supported by trapezophoros pedestals depicting mythological creatures like winged griffins.[6] Also, it contained the little chapel to the ancestral spirits (lararium), the household safe (arca) and sometimes a bust of the master of the house. The cylindrical puteal (a wellhead) gave access to the water cistern fed by water seeping through the porous bottom of the overlying impluvium. The atrium contributed to the passive cooling of the house.
The term was also used for a variety of spaces in public and religious buildings, mostly forms of arcaded courtyards, larger versions of the domestic spaces. Byzantine churches were often entered through such a space (as are many mosques, though the term atrium is not usually used to describe Islamic architecture).
The 19th century brought the industrial revolution with great advances in iron and glass manufacturing techniques. Courtyards could then have horizontal glazing overhead, eliminating some of the weather elements from the space and giving birth to the modern atrium.
Fire control is an important aspect of contemporary atrium design due to criticism that poorly designed atria could allow fire to spread to a building's upper stories more quickly. Another downside to incorporating an atrium is that it typically creates unused vertical space which could otherwise be occupied by additional floors.
One of the main public spaces at Federation Square, in Melbourne, Australia, is called The Atrium and is a street-like space, five stories high with glazed walls and roof. The structure and glazing pattern follow the system of fractals used to arrange the panels on the rest of the facades at Federation Square.
In an ancient Roman house, an atrium was an open central court that contained the impluvium, a basin where rainwater collected. It originally contained the hearth and functioned as the center of family life. The term later came to be used for the open front courtyard of a Christian basilica, where congregants collected before services. The atrium was revived in the 20th century in the form of glass-covered, greenery-filled multistory spaces sometimes found in shopping centers, office buildings, and large hotels.
Host your wedding or event amidst live plants and flowers in this beautiful glass-walled atrium nestled in the Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia. The Atrium at Meadowlark features exposed brick walls, a glass-enclosed cathedral ceiling, and a large terrace overlooking the botanical gardens. This remarkable space will seat up to 230 guests, with standing room for 300. Take advantage of the gazebos, Bell Garden, and Lilac Pavilion for photography and other event options at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Great Blue Heron provides full on-site catering for any event at The Atrium.
The Atrium at Meadowlark features exposed brick walls, a glass-enclosed cathedral ceiling, and a large terrace overlooking the botanical gardens. This remarkable space will seat up to 230 guests, with standing room for 300. Take advantage of the gazebos, Bell Garden, and Lilac Pavilion for photography and other event options at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Great Blue Heron provides full on-site catering for any event at The Atrium.
Settled within Meadowlark Botanical Gardens are three gazebos that serve as perfect locations for a private and intimate wedding ceremony. Each wedding gazebo accommodates varying capacities and are located throughout the garden. Maximum capacities range between 50 to 120 standing guests in and around the gazebos. The Lake Caroline Gazebo is the most commonly used gazebo for wedding ceremonies as it is located at the end of a dock in the middle of Lake Caroline. With a 360 degree view of the gardens, this gazebo is perfect for an outdoor ceremony.
The Korean Bell Garden of Meadowlark Botanical Gardens is a beautiful backdrop for any wedding or private event. Created via a joint effort between NOVA Parks and the Korean American Cultural Committee (KACC), this great endeavor began with a proposal in 2007. Since then, the Garden continued to take shape, adding key elements and forever changing the landscape on an otherwise unused hill.
We absolutely loved having our wedding at the Atrium at Meadowlark! From start to finish, the team at Meadowlark was responsive, flexible, and supportive about every detail of our wedding. The venue is beautiful at any time of year and they do such a wonderful job setting up the space for both ceremony and reception. Every member of their team contributed to making our day special. I cannot recommend them enough!!
The room is already beautiful with the plants, lights, and glass exterior so it did not need much decoration. In addition, the catering and alcohol is handled in house, and the staff handles rentals from its third parties, which made our entire planning process so much easier. The team at Meadowlark was also very helpful and the wedding itself was executed flawlessly even during the pandemic. I definitely recommend Meadowlark!
The atrium is best suited for events like receptions and poster sessions. Please note: activity in the rest of the building is not restricted during atrium events. This includes the first floor Fabrication Shop and Studio and the Audio Studio on the third floor.
Anchored by the east and west planters, the atrium is a blank slate suitable for a diverse suite of gatherings. The full space can be rented for a large gathering, or a portion of the space can be rented for a more intimate event. Additionally, the south terrace can be rented with the atrium to host your wedding ceremony outside during warmer months.
Ideal for events such as weddings, galas, corporate dinners and gatherings, holiday parties, and bar/bat mitzvahs, the atrium features the restored marble faade of the museum's original 1916 building, which can serve as an impressive backdrop for your function.
When it comes time to dance and dine, custom tapestries and lighting transform the atrium into an intimate ballroom with a canvas for decor from tastefully simple to ornately embellished. A full on-site kitchen, newly installed by Constellation, ensures a fresh, delicious culinary experience for guests at every morsel.
Thank you so much, we had an amazing time and food was excellent everyone raved about the food and the exquisite service. You and your staff were very attentive and professional. We are very happy that we chose to have the wedding with the Constellation Group (Curtis). Again, thank you for making our celebration very special!
Emily and I had the most amazing wedding weekend, capped off by the beautiful ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception at The Curtis Atrium. From the moment we walked into the Atrium for the first time, we knew we wanted to get married there! It looked absolutely stunning on Saturday night. Thank you to you, Jorden, and all of the Constellation staff for executing a wonderful event. It was an absolute dream come true! Thank you again for helping bring our vision to life. The Curtis Atrium will forever be a special place for us!
Thank you so much for your hospitality and working with us to make for another successful Bubbly & Brunch! Your timely communication throughout the planning is greatly appreciated and execution was flawless. I heard great feedback on the food and staff- please extend our thanks to everyone who prepared for and worked the event.
[We] were extremely pleased with the event. The venue was beautiful, the food outstanding, and your staff was very professional and attentive. We received a lot of positive comments from the guests. It was a pleasure working with you and your team.
Dylan and I are truly at a loss for words at how perfect our wedding day was. We are so grateful that we got to work with you. You were so easy to work with, easy to communicate with, and made the day just so easy. Thank you does not do it justice for how we feel. Our family has not stopped talking about how friendly and attentive the staff was. The food was DELICIOUS! Thank you for being part of our forever.
I have been to many graduations and this one may have been the very best ever. The Camaraderie and atmosphere was special. The execution was flawless. The food was great. We could hear everything, and we finished on time. Be very proud. We did something special!
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