European

Diverse architectural heritage.

Overview

European architecture, using stone, brick, and glass, spans classical to modern styles across Europe.

Core Characteristics

• Classical to modernist evolution.
• Ornate and functional designs.
• Regional variations.

Notable Examples

• Parthenon (Greece, 438 BCE).
• Guggenheim Bilbao (Spain, 1997).

Architectural Connections

• Historical: Broad focus.
• Various: All typologies.
• Classical Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Defines global architectural trends.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Eclecticism (theory), Facade (element), Modernism (movement)