Architecture: Renaissance vs. Medieval

Renaissance vs. Medieval Difference in design Medieval style, Romanesque and Gothic Romanesque, 6th to 10th century In the medieval times of Romanesque style, buildings had thick walls, small windows, rounded arches, and wooden ceilings. Following Romanesque style, buildings would lack much height. Gothic, 12th to 16th century Gothic style of the Middle Ages contained flying buttresses, huge stained glass windows, and high ceilings. Buildings shaded during this time and of this style were usually very tall. At this time, once a design was made, you stuck to it and did not change it. Renaissance style, 14th to 17th century Renaissance architecture emphasized symmetry, proportion, and geometry. The usage of neatly ordered columns, posters, lintels, and hemispherical domes were significant to Renaissance times. Differences in purpose Medieval architecture Architecture was built to please the church and for religious admiration. At this time, the church was in charge of most of the important decisions and paid artists of all types. Renaissance architecture During the Renaissance, architecture was made because of classic inspiration. Humanism sprung at the time of the Renaissance and people began doing things to express themselves.