Building Architecture and Design

Influences and Components

• Brickwork with patterned detailing
• Grand arched entryway
• Ornate wooden doors
• Sculptural elements

Gothic: 85% ✔

Characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses. Elements like the grand entryway and decorative stonework exemplify this style.

• Examples:
• Notre-Dame de Paris
• Chartres Cathedral

Romanesque: 80% ✔

Noted for its semi-circular arches, and solid masonry. The thick walls and sturdy pillars are typical of Romanesque architecture.

• Examples:
• Durham Cathedral
• St. Sernin, Toulouse

Victorian: 75% ✔

Combines various elements and styles, emphasizing intricate detailing. The ornate wooden doors reflect this eclectic approach.

• Examples:
• The Houses of Parliament, London
• The British Museum, London

Renaissance: 70% ✔

Emphasizes symmetry, proportion, and geometry, reflecting classical Roman architecture. The sculptural elements may relate to this style.

• Examples:
• The Vatican, Rome
• Ponte Vecchio, Florence