Architects
Roman author who wrote “De Architecture”, the earliest surviving treatise on architecture
Vitruvius
The recessed panel or square ceiling decoration, often seen in Roman architecture
Coffer
This term describes the vertical grooves running along the shaft of classical columns
Flutes
This building is known for its dome and oculus and is one of the best preserved classical structures
Pantheon
This Swiss Architect is known for his radical proposal for Paris “Plan Voisin” 1925
Le Corbusier
This term refers to the central open space or courtyard in ancient Roman homes
atrium
The slight outward curve in a column's shaft
Entasis
The triumphal arch built to commemorate the victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge
Arch of Constantine
Wrote the influential treatise "The Four Books of Architecture" in the 16th century
Andrea Palladio
This structure is a horizontal support across the top of a door or window
Lintel
Which plant inspired the Corinthian capital?
Acanthus
This major Papal Basilica is located outside the Aurelian Walls in Rome
St. Paul outside the walls
Renaissance architect known for designing St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
Michelangelo
This central aisle in a Roman basilica or a church, flanked by columns or piers, is typically higher than the side aisles
Nave
These horizontal rows of columns that form a covered walkway in classical architecture
Colonnade
This temple features Caryatids and sits at the Acropolis in Athens
The Erectheon
Tis Italian architect designed the Tempietto in Rome in 1502
Bramante
In ancient Greek theaters, the circular area where the chorus performed was called this
orchestra
The Parthenon in Athens is one of the most famous examples of this classical order
Doric
The "Colosseum" was originally called this when it was built in Rome
Flavian Amphitheater