Architectural Style

Architectural style is a manner of arranging and describing architecture mainly by morphological characteristics-specifically by structure, form, materials, techniques, etc. Due to all the emphasis on the many details of style, this is not the only way of understanding architectural works. Architectural style comes from the history of ever changing architecture, but it differs vaguely in its emphasis. An example would be the study of Gothic architecture, which would include all the interrelated cultural conditions that made up the design and construction of the structures.

Architectural style is also a method of classifying architecture by putting emphasis on the distinguishing features of design, which is how Gothic “style” came to be. Gothic style made its wave of popularity in Europe during the late medieval period and was associated with cathedrals and churches. Despite the fact the Gothic style put emphasis on a certain period in history, the style can be carried out today by following the same architectural style used years ago.

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