How Did Architecture Influence Greek Architecture

Ancient Greek architecture dates from around 800 BCE when the site of Delphi first obtained a religious significance. The architecture of Ancient Greece has influenced the architecture of the past two millennia most significantly that of Ancient Rome (Hemingway, 2003). Greek architecture influenced Roman architecture in extensive ways, giving that the Romans adopted and incorporated many Greek methods and elements into their own practice. Although the Romans were inspired by the Greek there are still many differences in their architecture most noticeably through materiality. Although the Greeks constructed many types of buildings the most recognisable “Greek” structure is the temple. (Becker, 2015) As stated by Coleen Hemingway in an article for the Metropolitan Museum of Art “ the Greek temple best exemplifies the aims and methods of Greek Architecture”. Whilst exploring such architecture it is necessary to examine the mentality, religious beliefs and driving forces of each civilization. According to Stierlin “Unlike the Greek temple, essentially a structure for the play of light and shade, with little interior space accommodating a small sanctuary, Roman builders typically used arches, vaults, matching domes

Architecture was very important then, and even now. For example,Greek architects used columns for their buildings (Doc. 1). There are three different types of columns, Doric columns have a plain top, Ionic columns have scrolls, and Corinthian columns have carved stone leaves (Doc. 1).

The ancient Greeks have made many contributions to Western civilization in the areas of architecture, art, and dramas. For example the ancient Greeks believed delicate curves and columns add dignity and grace to buildings. This idea is still used today and is seen in many buildings such as the White House. Ancient Greek

Greek and Roman architecture is truly amazing. They each had great ideas, and fabulous productions. It is said that the Pantheon is to Italy what the Parthenon is to Greece. Both are tremendous monuments that reek of culture and history. Each had a purpose which was displayed by the design and construction of each. There are such great meanings behind each of these architecural structures. The Romans and the Greeks alike worshipped and dedicated their structures and designs to the Gods and Goddess they believed in.

The ancient Greek civilization contributed many great new ideas and aspects to everyday life that shaped and inspired the modern day society. The Greeks are well known for their construction of temples, acropolis’ and other grand architectural structures. Among these structures stood one of the most famous, the Parthenon. The Parthenon was a symbol of Greek society and culture as it stood as one of Greece’s most important architectural buildings.

Parthenon is a former temple,Greece dedicated it to their goddess Athena, the people of Parthenon considered it as their patron.While they were creating a building the Persians decided to come over and burn it down and where that building was after the Persians burnt it down the Greeks built the Parthenon right where the other building was.

This theater is named after the god of wine. The greatest events of the year are performed here. It is known to be a religious celebration held in honor of the gods. Lasting for ten days, Athenians came to the theatre to watch plays performed by their favorite poets and playwrights. They include either three tragedies or three comedies followed by a short satyr dramatic comedy. The actors are all men because women are not allowed to

     The Palace of Knossos, a Minoan mud brick and timber structure on a shallow stone foundation, featuring a central courtyard, was constructed on an acropolis. It was a place for rulers to reside, shrines for religious ceremonies to be worshipped, the industrial production of objects, and administrative duties. Ample hallways, stairways, chambers, and light wells supplemented the ambitiously built structure. There were plenty of columns to mark he four awe inspiring entrance passages.

These structures were basically large day spas, they had various pools, massage areas and cleansing sections. The Romans made sure to take care of their people. Courts, temples, theatres, and the senate could all be found in the political center of the city with the public buildings of importance known as the forum. Everyone who entered the city for business purposes or political and social exchange would meet here. The forum represented strong influence of the Greek style of architecture showing density and beauty.

The lasting structures of Rome have allowed historians to paint a picture of what civilization looked like centuries ago. From the grand arches to the temples and bathhouses, the development of concrete enabled the Romans to build sturdy structures with designs largely influenced by the Greeks. In part because of this advancement, the Roman structure was able to survive and display for the world the expansion and influence of the Roman Empire. While it was not of their creation, the Romans improved upon the arch upon the realization that it’s shape allowed them to create and cover large amounts of territory. Utilizing a slave class that grew as they expanded, Rome had plenty of laborers to complete their grand structures.

The Parthenon was built in Athens, Greece in 490 BC, during the rule of Pericles. It was built in a time known as “The Golden Age” because it was a period of peace and wealth. Sounds fancy, right? Well, at first it was. It was a temple constructed for the goddess Athena. You may have seen her statue if you have studied Greece before. She was known as the goddess of wisdom and strategy. The Parthenon was designed as a temple for Athena, a place to worship Athena so that she could protect the people.

Among these we note the domus , temple , theater and funerary monuments. They developed new ones as baths ....

The architects were Iktinos and Kallikrates with a mention of Vitruv and dedicated to the Goddess Athena Pallas or Parthenos (virgin). It's main function was to house the statues of Athena which were made of gold and ivory by Phedias. The inner chamber was unusually large so it could house the oversized statue of Athena. The greater width and length of the Parthenon features double decked columns instead of walls. The back room sheltered Athena's treasure.

The Romans didn’t invent the arch but they rather developed and exploit it. Actually, the Romans appropriated a lot from the Hellenistic architecture she came to be in contact with and under the Greek influences. They took form the Greeks three orders of architecture, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian to which was added a hybrid called composite. Concrete and arch were both very important in the survival of Rome as great empire, since they were considerably proficiently used in her architecture and construction of public buildings, walls, bridges and aqueducts.

Using suitable examples, briefly describe the form and origins of the Doric Temple, and discuss the level of refinement achieved by the Parthenon