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Ornate Facade

Decorative building exterior.

Overview

Ornate facades, using stone and plaster, feature intricate carvings and patterns, prominent in historic architecture globally.

Core Characteristics

  • Carved reliefs, moldings.
  • Decorative materials.
  • Aesthetic focus.

Notable Examples

  • Palazzo Medici Facade (Italy, 1460).
  • Badshahi Mosque Facade (Pakistan, 1673).

Architectural Connections

  • Baroque: Ornamental focus.
  • Religious: Mosques, churches.
  • Islamic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Ornate facades enhance architectural identity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Carving (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Facade (element), Baroque Architecture (movement)