Renaissance

Classical revival with symmetry and proportion.

Overview

Renaissance architecture, using stone and brick, revives classical forms with balanced designs, prominent in 15th-16th century Europe.

Core Characteristics

• Symmetrical and proportional.
• Classical elements (columns, arches).
• Renaissance prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Santa Maria del Fiore (Italy, 1436, Brunelleschi’s dome).
• Palazzo Rucellai (Italy, 1450, Alberti).

Architectural Connections

• Renaissance: Classical focus.
• Civic: Palaces.
• Classicism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Filippo Brunelleschi, it shapes modern classical design.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Masonry (technique), Proportion (theory), Column (element), Neo-Classicism (movement)