The Roman Architecture

Model of Rome

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

1. The Use of Concrete • created a revolution in architectural

design.

• create larger, heavier buildings and faster construction

• Enable construction of public infrastructure that support the Empire’s expansion

Public Infrastructure

Public Infrastructure

Public Infrastructure

Public Infrastructure

Sanctuary of Fortuna Palestrina

Sanctuary of Fortuna Palestrina

Sanctuary of Fortuna Palestrina

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

2. The Use of Arch and Vaults

Arch of Septimius Severus

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

2. The Use of Arch and Vaults

Coliseum

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

2. The Use of Arch and Vaults

Roman Bath

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

2. The Use of Arch and Vaults

Aqueducts

Barrel or “Tunnel” Vault Groin Vault

TYPES OF VAULT USED IN ROMAN ARCHITECTURE.

Barrel or “Tunnel” Vault

TYPES OF VAULT USED IN ROMAN ARCHITECTURE.

Groin Vault

TYPES OF VAULT USED IN ROMAN ARCHITECTURE.

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

3. The Use of Circle and Curved Forms

Roman Theatre

Characteristics of Roman Architecture

3. The Use of Circle and Curved Forms

Coliseum