Renaissance Architecture

Classical revival style.

Overview

Renaissance architecture, using stone, revived classical principles in Europe, 14th–17th century.

Core Characteristics

• Symmetry, proportion, columns.
• Classical motifs, domes.
• Humanist aesthetic.

Notable Examples

• St. Peter’s Basilica (Italy, 1506).
• Palazzo Farnese (Italy, 1534).

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 14th–17th century.
• Civic, Religious: Palaces, churches.
• Renaissance: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Foundation for Western classical architecture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Classicism (theory), Column (element), Renaissance (movement)