Introduction Gothic architecture flourished during high and late medieval period . ( 1200 – 1600 AD) Gothic architecture symbolizes enlightenment / reaching towards heaven due to its height . Observed mainly in churches and cathedrals
The Seven key characteristics of Gothic Architecture 1. Grand, Tall Designs, Which Swept Upwards With Height and Grandeur 2. The Flying Buttress 3. The Pointed Arch 4. The Vaulted Ceiling 5.The Light and Airy Interior 6. The Gargoyles of Gothic Architecture 7. The Emphasis Upon the Decorative Style and the Ornate
Problems Of the medieval times VERY FEW WINDOWS NO PROPER LIGHT & VENTILATION HIGHRISE BUILDINGS WERE NOT POSSIBLE COLD AND DAMP SPACES
Solutions FOR LIGHT AND VENTILATION WINDOWS LENGTH WAS INCREASED FLYING BUTTERESSES HELPED IN MAKING TALL BUILDINGS THE POINTED ARCH ROOFS WERE NOT PRONE TO WATER LEAKAGES
Gothic style Style had a religious symbolic base- think of old, ornate churches . Pointed arches and stained glass in complex trefoil or rose designs were predominant, exposed, wooden beams, large, imposing fireplaces, and emulated candle lighting completed the ecclesiastical style .
grand opening vaulted ceiling flying buttresses
Light & airy interior Pointed arch & gargoyles
Characteristics of interior design D ark rich colors for the walls, ceilings and floors Upholstery and highly ornate furniture Ornamental fire places, lanterns and candle stands Well lit interiors with elongated pointed windows Fine traceries along with stained glass
Color Use dark rich shades. Contrast in interiors (light background dark Foreground and vis a versa. we can go with maroon, navy blue, dark brown or burgundy as well.
Furniture The full sofa set in the living room can be upholstered in black or another dark color. You can add pillows in blood red, white, or purple to add contrast. Other pieces should also be dark with intricate finishes.
Accessories I ntricate red or gold crosses can be placed on the wall. A fireplace mantle can be hung above medieval tapestries to serve as a focal point GARGOYLE statues can be set on either side of the sofa or the fireplace mantle to add more flourish. Highly decorated interiors;rich dark wallpapers
Lighting The room should have large windows in a tracery style . Chandeliers can be wrought iron, cast iron, faux candle, candelabra, etc.
Ro se window Tracery
Accessories Victorian Gothic homes contained many ornately styled decorations . D isplay pieces with heavy wrought-iron, metal, wooden or stone features. Pottery dishes, wooden, carved sconces and lamps made of wrought iron.
vaults
Materials Teak wood Leather coatings Stained glasses S tone traceries Copper ,cast iron and Bronze