Architecture and Design

Gothic Architecture

• Pointed Arches: The pointed arches are a hallmark of the Gothic style, allowing for greater height and weight distribution in structures.
• Flying Buttresses: Supports that transfer the weight of the roof and upper walls away from the building to a pier, a typical feature of Gothic architecture, providing structural support and aesthetic appeal.
• Ribbed Vaulting: This is the intersection of two or three barrel vaults, which allows for remarkable ceiling structures that are both strong and v...