Renaissance Architecture

Renaissance architecture developed in Italy in the early 15th century and marked a conscious revival of the forms and principles of classical antiquity. In contrast to the verticality and complexity of Gothic architecture, Renaissance design emphasized symmetry, proportion, geometry, and the regularity of parts, drawing inspiration from Roman models.

Basilica di Sant’Agostino

San Pietro in Montorio

Chiostro del Bramante

Château royal de Blois

Château d'Amboise

late 15th century

Château de Chenonceau

Château d'Azay-le-Rideau

Château de Chambord

1519 - 17th century

Château de Villandry

Chiesa del Santissimo Redentore

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