Architecture and Design of the Building

Neoclassical Influence: 82%

• Symmetrical façade
• Usage of columns and pilasters reminiscent of Greek and Roman architecture
• Triangular pediment supported by columns

Baroque Influence: 65%

• Ornate details and elaborate sculptural elements
• Dramatic contrasts in textures and surfaces

Beaux-Arts Influence: 75%

• Grandiose and elaborate decorations
• Integration of sculpture with architecture
• Balustrades and decorative ironwork

Neoclassical:

The Neoclassical style is characterized by:

• Elegance and simplicity
• Use of classical Greek and Roman motifs
• Emphasis on proportion and harmony

Real-life examples:

• Pantheon in Paris, France
• Monticello by Thomas Jefferson in Virginia, USA

Baroque:

The Baroque style is known for:

• Complex architectural plans
• Exuberant ornamentation and surface treatments
• Dramatic use of light and shadow

Real-life examples:

• St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City
• Palace of Versailles in France

Beaux-Arts:

Characteristics of Beaux-Arts architecture include:

• Incorporation of French neoclassical architectural traditions
• Rich, lavish decorative details
• Use of classical architectural elements like columns and pediments

Real-life examples:

• Grand Palais in Paris, France
• New York Public Library in New York, USA