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The Romans effected what historians call the Roman architectural revolution or concrete revolution. This involved the extensive use of concrete, the barrel (simple) arch and the vaulted arch. These three elements enabled the Romans to go beyond Greek methods of construction which used cut-stone and post-and-beam or post-and-lintel structures. They became essential for large roofs and large buildings, such as basilicas (public buildings) amphitheatres (arenas), theatres, baths, domes, forts and fortifications and dams. They also made it possible to build bridges which were much longer than before and could cross much wider rivers and valleys.
Prior to the Romans concrete was hardly used. The Romans were the first to made large scale use of it. They developed a type of concrete (opus caementicium) which was as resistant as modern concrete. It also set underwater and therefore could be used to build docks for ports, dams and bridges. It was less fluid than modern concrete and had to be layered by hand. It was made by mixing a volcanic rock called pozzolana (which is named after Pozzuoli, a suburb of Naples) with lime. The two acted as a binder and rubble from stones, bricks or pottery shreds were added as aggregates which added body to it. Concrete had technical and practical advantages. It was exceptionally strong. it could be moulded and could span great distances when shaped into arches, vaults and domes. It was layered into a formwork and it took the shape of its container. It did not require skilled labour and therefore was cheaper.. It was much faster for construction than laborious masonry walls. It was safer because concrete vaulted roofing was fireproof, unlike the wooden-beamed roofs of traditional post-and-lintel construction methods.
The potential of the previously very little used arch and vault, were fully exploited for the first time. The Romans were the first to fully appreciate the advantage of these structures and make large scale use of them. The Etruscans are thought to have invented the simple (barrel) arch. The oldest example of the vaulted arch has been found in the Greek city of Pergamon (in western Turkey). The (simple, barrel) arch has a strong load- bearing capacity and was useful to build large walls without using the post-and-lintel method and to build bridges which were much longer than ever before. The vault (vaulted arch) has an even greater load-bearing capacity and its structure is suited to support large roofs. Their construction in concrete made them easier to build and even stronger. This led to the use larger and monumental arches and vaults on a grand scale. However, the Romans did not abandon masonry arches and vaults. The vaulted arch came into two forms: the groin arch is formed by two to four intersecting barrel (simple) arches and the rib arch, where the intersecting arches were of different diameter.
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Roman borrowed much of its architecture from?
Greece :)
What was Greek and roman style architecture about?
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Did the Greeks or Romans influence architecture such as the dome shape?
The main Greek influence has come through the way it influenced Roman architecture. Much of Renaissance architecture was influenced by Roman architecture. Brunelleschi, the great early Renaissance architect went to Rome to study Roman buildings. A big influence was the discovery of De Architecta, a text book on (Roman) architecture by Vitruvius, a Roman architect and engineer. Palladium was the father of the Palladian style which became very popular in Britain, which was based on the roman mansion. The neo-classical style was based on gthe Graeco-roman style. The dome was a great Roman achievement The Pantheon and the Hagia Sophia have been regarded as yardsticks for later domes.
How is the building from the Renaissance similar to the building from ancient rome?
The architecture of the Renaissance (as well as the sculpture) was modelled on Roman architecture. The term renaissance means rebirth and refers to the rebirth of interests in the classics (the Romans and the Greeks) which started in Italy in the 14th century and then spread around Europe. The use of Roman models for architecture was further stimulated by the rediscovery of a textbook of Roman architecture by an ancient Roman architect, Vitruvius.
Why did many Americans admire greek and roman architecture?
It is not just the many Americans. It is also many Europeans. Greek and, especially, Roman architecture became the model for European architecture from the 14th to the early 20th century. They were the model of Renaissance architecture (14th and 16th century), Baroque architecture (17th and 18th centuries) and Neoclassical architecture (18th to early 20th century). European settlers took the Neoclassical style to America and the interest in Renaissance and Baroque architecture.
What are the differences between the roman architecture and Sassanian architecture?
Gothic and Roman architecture are similar:
Would the Pantheon count as roman architecture?
Yes, the Pantheon would not only count as Roman architecture, but it would count as a masterpiece of Roman architecture.
Which is one of the revolutionary in roman architecture?
Some of the revolutionary developments in Roman architecture were:amphitheatersaqueductsbathsbridgescircusesdamsdomesharborstemples
What has the author William Hugh Plommer written?
William Hugh Plommer has written: 'Ancient and classical architecture' -- subject(s): Ancient Architecture, Architecture, Ancient, Architecture, Greek, Architecture, Roman, Greek Architecture, Roman Architecture
What impact did greek and roman architecture have on western architecture?
Renaissance architecture (14th and 15th centuries), Baroque architecture (16 & 17th centuries) and Neoclassical architecture (18th and 19th centuries) were modeled on Roman architecture.
What is one of the revolutionary developments in Roman architecture?
Some of the revolutionary developments in Roman architecture were:amphitheatersaqueductsbathsbridgescircusesdamsdomesharborstemples
Which is one of the revolutionary developments in Roman architecture?
Some of the revolutionary developments in Roman architecture were:amphitheatersaqueductsbathsbridgescircusesdamsdomesharborstemples
How did architecture of constantinople compare to roman architecture?
Roman architecture focused on creating inside spaces and practicality. Greek architecture as seen in Constantinople was more ornate and focused on the outside.
What was the architecture like in rome?
there is good architecture at the Roman Colosseum
What did the art and architecture of Ancient Egypt were designed to emphasize?
The religious idea of eternal lifeit was designed to emphasize the religious idea of eternal life..
What has the author Theodor Hauschild written?
Theodor Hauschild has written: 'Arquitectura romana de Tarragona' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Roman, Architecture, Architecture, Roman, Buildings, structures, Fortification, History, Roman Antiquities, Roman Architecture, Romans
Where could one find photos of Roman architecture?
One could find photos of Roman architecture from Roman tourist websites or the Roman architecture section of Coursera. One could also consult Wikipedia for pictures or Google Images.
