Introducing Florence Architecture of Florence – Cradle of the Renaissance, birthplace of Gelato, home to the salty victory of unsalted bread, Florence is one of those cities synonymous with the…
There is perhaps no city in the world that offers keener attraction to an architect than does Florence. The attraction lies in its extraordinary mingling of great art and literature,…
Renaissance. The word itself means re-birth. Re-birth of the Greek and Roman architecture. Renaissance is considered to start in the 14th century followed by the Gothic architectural style. Many reasons…
The theory of architecture is nearly always taught and studied through a Eurocentric perspective, with the main focus on Western architectural traditions and theories. However, taking into account new perspectives…
Renaissance Architecture- 1400 AD to 1600 AD – Timeline of prominent architectural styles At the heart of Renaissance architecture lies a profound reverence for classical Greco-Roman aesthetics. Architects of this…
Falsely accused to be a direct by-product of contemporary globalization, Architecture as a physical manifestation of cross-cultural exchange has existed for centuries before. Its genesis began with trade, in which…
The Renaissance was a vibrant and transformative period that revolutionised Western culture, leading to a more profound understanding of the relationship between man and nature, the world, and God. Secular…
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,…
Ross King’s Brunelleschi’s Dome is a fascinating account of the creation of the famous dome that crowns the Florence Cathedral. The book is a well-researched and engaging narrative that captures…
An architectural review of a location: Italy The eye is frequently pleased with the fine art and splendid architecture of Italy. Apart from food, music, fashion, and art, the country is rich in breathtaking scenery and…
All around us, there is architecture. Because of how it communicates with the immediate and routine, it has a deep and subtle impact on the way our lives are organised.…
Delhi’s architecture is more than a thousand years old and has long been a hub for art and architecture as the capital of various foremost Indian empires, including the Rajput…
