What happens when architecture turns its attention from the heavens to the human world? In 15th-century Italy, a new architectural language began to emerge. After centuries in which Gothic architecture had shaped European buildings with soaring forms, pointed arches, and elaborate vertical compositions, architects began exploring a different way to create beauty. They looked to…
Gothic architecture emerged in the 12th century in France and spread across Europe, shaping the High and Late Middle Ages. Bold design and advanced engineering defined this style, which left a lasting mark on cathedrals, castles, churches, and universities. Its influence still resonates with architects and historians today. Early builders referred to the style as…