Stucco

Decorative plaster finish.

Overview

Stucco, using plaster, decorates surfaces globally, ancient to modern.

Core Characteristics

• Smooth or textured surfaces.
• Durable, decorative application.
• Various aesthetics.

Notable Examples

• Santa Maria Church (Portugal, 1996).
• Old San Juan (Puerto Rico, 16th century).

Architectural Connections

• Historical, Modern: All eras.
• Civic, Residential: Various typologies.
• Colonial Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Enhances architectural surfaces.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Plasterwork (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Surface (element), Various Movements

Directory

Techniques Registry, Architecture Hub, History