Terrazzo Flooring

Polished composite flooring with stone chips.

Overview

Terrazzo flooring uses marble and concrete for durable, decorative floors with embedded stone chips.

Core Characteristics

• Durable and polished.
• Decorative patterns.
• Versatile application.

Notable Examples

• Venetian Palaces (Italy, 15th century, terrazzo floors).
• Hollywood Walk of Fame (USA, 1960, terrazzo stars).

Architectural Connections

• Renaissance: Decorative focus.
• Civic: Public spaces.
• Art Deco: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Venetian craftsmen, it enhances decorative flooring.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Mosaic Tiling (technique), Iconography (theory), Floor (element), Baroque (movement)