Egypt, Greece, and Rome Summary

Some thoughts about lessons learned from Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architecture and design...

Egypt

-Story telling through artifacts such as hieroglyphics on columns

-axial progression

-symmetry

-somethings stand out with surroundings while others blend in

Greece

-use of columns, but in a different way than Egypt

-brighter colors and symbolism with wall decor and furniture

-open spaces to let natural light in

Rome

-incorporated more gardens/courtyards

-buildings were very different from Egypt and Greece's signature use of columns

-experimented with different ways to design

-fresco paintings covered walls and artifacts