Italian Renaissance architecture

Italian Renaissance architecture, flourishing from the 14th to 17th centuries, represents a revival of classical Roman and Greek designs. It emphasizes symmetry, proportion, and geometry, often featuring columns, arches, and domes. Buildings like palaces, churches, and public squares reflect a balanced and harmonious aesthetic inspired by ancient antiquity. Artists and architects sought to create spaces that conveyed beauty, order, and humanism, blending art and science. Notable examples include Florence’s Dome by Brunelleschi and St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, showcasing innovative engineering and classical elegance that became a lasting influence on Western architecture.