The Architectural Styles of Europe- According to the Euro

By taylorwells
  • Period: 100 to 476

    Classical Style-5 Euro

    -Columns-doric, Ionic, Corinthian
    -Archways
    -Romanesque
    -From ancient Greece/Rome
    -Symmetrical
  • Period: Jan 1, 1100 to Dec 31, 1500

    Gothic Style- 20 Euro

    -Pointed arch
    - Ribbed vault
    -Flying buttress
    -Tall spires
    -Stained glass
  • Period: Jan 1, 1400 to

    Renaissance style-50 Euro

    -Semi-Circular Windows
    -Arches
    -Dome
  • Period: to

    Baroque-Rococo Style-100 Euro

    -Asymmetric
    -Emphasis on playfulness
    -More light-hearted than religion-influenced Baroque
    -Numerous curves and decorations
    -Pale colors
    -Detailed design
    -Florid and graceful approach to Baroque-Literal meaning: irregular-shaped pearl
    -Symmetrical
    -Intense spirituality
    -Sense of motion with differing contrasts in light and color
    -Energetic, sensual, extravagant
  • Period: to

    Art Nouveau- 200 Euro

    -Flowing lines that are often circular/curved and almost never angular.-Lines connecting different pieces of art, and forming rhythmic patterns with the curved lines, that are often called whiplash curves.
    -Organic subject matter: Many a natural image can be found.
    -Use of new materials: Use of glass and rare stones became popular in art.
    -Resistance of classical restrictions: Artists began creating art from everyday things
  • Period: to

    20th Century Modern Style-500 Euro

    -"Form follows function", means the result of the design should derive from its purpose
    -Simplicity and elimination of unnecessary detail
    -Emphasis on open, flowing interior spaces
    Use of glass and natural light blending with artificial light.
    -Low, with flat roofs, emphasis on horizontal building.
    -Influenced by World War II and the 50's
  • Period: to Dec 31, 1100

    Romanesque-10 Euro

    -Thick heavy walls
    -Small windows
    -Round arches
    -Piers to support arches