30 Questions
What architectural style is characterized by rounded arches, simplified geometries, and small windows?
Romanesque Revival
What was a major influence on the Gothic Revival movement?
Gothic Architecture
Who is credited with leading the Gothic Revival style trend in the United States?
Alexander Jackson Downing
What style is characterized by pointed arched windows, entries, flying buttresses, and tracery windows?
Gothic Revival
What is another name for the Gothic Revival style?
Victorian Gothic
What is the name of the architect who designed the Salt Lake City Hall in the Romanesque Revival Style?
Alexander Jackson Davis
What architectural elements did the Romans introduce?
Arches, devorative columns, vaulted ceilings, and monumental facades
What was the neoclassical movement a response against?
The overly ornate styles of Baroque and Rococo
What was the primary focus of Palladian architecture?
Emphasis on symmetry, geometry, and function
When did Palladianism rise in popularity?
During the 17th century, and again in the early 18th century
What was the main goal of architectural theorists in the 16th century?
To emulate classical antiquity
What was the name of the project that made Palladio's works widely known?
The Palazzo Della Ragione
What was the primary material used to construct buildings in the Greek Revival style?
Wood and plaster
What innovation facilitated the transportation of building materials over long distances?
Expansion of railway networks
What feature sits over the front door of a Greek Revival home?
Transom
What type of elements were often adorned on the front elevation of Greek Revival homes?
Moldings
What was the purpose of painting the exterior of Greek Revival homes?
To create the illusion of stone
What type of roofing material was often used in Greek Revival architecture?
Zinc
What is notable about the clocktower in the building?
It stands over 250 feet tall
What is a characteristic feature of the Speyer Cathedral's architecture?
Pointed arches
When was the narthex added to the Speyer Cathedral?
1850s
What is a common feature of the cathedral's towers?
Castle-like parapets
What style was the addition to the cathedral designed in?
Romanesque Revival Style
When was there a push to complete the cathedral?
Late 19th century
What was the Crystal Palace used for in 1851?
A showcase of England's leadership in technology and innovation
Who designed the Crystal Palace?
Sir Joseph Paxton
What was innovative about the Crystal Palace?
Its use of cast iron and glass in large-scale architecture
What was completed in 1873?
The Midland Grand Hotel
Who was the architect of the Midland Grand Hotel?
George Gilbert Scott
What was the Iron Bridge built over?
The Severn River
Explore the evolution of architectural styles, from Roman construction techniques to the Neoclassical movement, and discover the preservation of Classical Antiquity. Learn about the significance of symmetry, proportion, and geometry in architecture.
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