Baroque

Dramatic, ornate style.

Overview

Baroque architecture (17th–18th century), using stone and stucco, emphasizes grandeur and emotion in Europe and Latin America.

Core Characteristics

• Curved forms, ornamentation.
• Dramatic light, scale.
• Dynamic compositions.

Notable Examples

• St. Peter’s Square (Italy, 1667).
• Palace of Versailles (France, 1682).

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 17th–18th century.
• Religious, Palatial: Churches, palaces.
• Baroque: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Influenced global decorative architecture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stucco Work (technique), Drama (theory), Facade (element), Baroque (movement)

Directory

Movements Registry, Architecture Hub, History