The Winter Palace is one of the most prominent buildings in Russia, located in the heart of St. Petersburg since the beginning of the eighteenth century. Extending from the structure…
Architecture as a Dialogue with Time Architecture is often considered as a silent art. But if you listen closely, you will hear it speak – a whisper of the civilizations…
Pre-colonial architecture in Nigeria compromises the use of local materials for construction, social and spatial organisation of the spaces, cultural significance and expression, and community-driven and climatic adaptive designs. Though…
Over the course of history, people have continuously blended and tested a wide array of elements, whether it be human DNA or architectural styles, in order to create a distinctiveness…
Style of Architecture – A checklist for architectural case studies In the vast realm of architecture, the term “Style of Architecture” encapsulates a rich tapestry of design philosophies, historical influences,…
Baroque Architecture – Timeline of prominent architectural styles Baroque architecture, spanning from 1600 AD to 1755 AD, stands as a testament to the opulence, drama, and grandeur of its time. Characterized…
Baroque architecture is an architectural style that emerged in Europe in the late 16th century and peaked in the 17th and 18th centuries. Baroque architecture was closely related to the…
The Renaissance, a remarkable era characterized by boundless creativity and groundbreaking innovation, served as a pivotal turning point in history. It ushered in a profound shift from the medieval mindset,…
“An Architectural Style is an expression of an attitude and an idea about the meaning of life.” Architectural history is as long as the history of humanity in general. The…
Art History Documentary, The Baroque movement was not the one limited to architecture. The era defines a paradigm shift in arts and culture, coming up after the Renaissance but before…
Isabelline architecture started with the alliance of the royal cousins, Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile in 1469. Their marriage brought peace to both kingdoms. The couple’s kingdom united…
Baroque was a magnificent period of art and architecture during the sixteenth century following the Renaissance era that originated in Italy but soon expanded its wings all over Europe and…