Architecture Flashcards
0
Q
What is Post and Lintel?
A
Horizontal beam supported at each end by a vertical post or a wall
1
Q
Where did colums originate?
A
Greco-Roman
2
Q
What are the three types of Greek columns?
A
Doric
Ionic- scroll at top
Corinthian-decorative at top
3
Q
What is a colniade?
A
A group of columns
4
Q
What are the two types if arches?
A
Barrel Vault-long tunnel
Groined vault- cross section of archs
5
Q
What became of archs?
A
Domes
6
Q
Why was the Parthenon important?
A
Built to protect against environment: opening at top to release heat
7
Q
What did gothic artists create?
A
Flying buttresses
8
Q
What are flying buttresses?
A
Archs that pull weight away from main wall of building
9
Q
What is a nave?
A
Main wall that contained stain glass work
10
Q
What is a buttress?
A
Main support/base of building
