Dome

Curved roof structure spanning large spaces.

Overview

Domes, made of concrete or stone, create expansive, symbolic roofs in classical and modern architecture.

Core Characteristics

• Curved and spacious.
• Structural efficiency.
• Symbolic significance.

Notable Examples

• Pantheon (Italy, 126 CE, concrete dome).
• Hagia Sophia (Turkey, 537, iconic dome).

Architectural Connections

• Classical: Structural focus.
• Religious: Temples and mosques.
• Byzantine Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Anthemius of Tralles, it shapes monumental architecture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Vaulting (technique), Structuralism (theory), Roof (element), Classicism (movement)