History of
Architecture
Characteristics
-semi circle arch
-florentine arches
-fountains
-rusticated stone work
-superimposed pediments
-classical orders of arch
-statiaru decorating building facades
-dome off a fenestrated drum
-classical facades with columns plasters and pediments
-arcades
-aediculated openings
pediments- classical architectural element consisting of the triangle
facade- often symetrical
church facades are generally surmounted by a pediment and organized by a
system of pilasters arches and entablatures
columns and windows show progrssion towards center
domestic buildings are often surmounted bu a cornice
vaults-no ribs, semicircular or segmental, barrel vault is brought back
dome- frequently used the dome became an indispensable element in church architecture
ceilings- coffered
doors- square intels set with arch
openings- arches frequently have large decorative keystone
windows- square lintels and triangular or segmental pediments which are used alternately.
details- showed innovation on solving problems especially in corner. moldings stand out around doors and windows rather than being recessed
