Gothic : Light and difference between Gothic and Romanesque

 Gothic : Light and difference between Gothic and Romanesque

Gothic : Light and difference between Gothic and Romanesque

ROMANESQUE church style has Roman style influence, that is, the Basilica plan, Like a cross. That is how many of the Roman churches were planned and since, still designed that way. The Romans were the first to invent the Romanesque Arch. It was designed to hold the weight of bricks, stones, cement, etc. in bridges and ceilings alike. An it usually has the simple plan of the Roman style.

GOTHIC church style intentionally evokes emotion to the viewerr. During the late medieval times in Europe, church authorities wanted to intensify the church-going experience so they tried to scare the citizens so they can draw them to the church. God wasn't thought of as a merciful God but this is successful.

HOW

Gothic raises the height of the traditional church, pointing the Roman arches, ribbing the vaults so that it allows for the extra massive weight, and extending the noticable flying buttresses which is the external side support for the wall). Gothic churches are most noticably recognized by their pointed spires reaching up to the heavens (the closer, the better).

LIGHT

Flying Buttress were introduced in Gothic architecture which allowed the walls to distribute it's weight onto outside pillars.. which meant the windows could be larger. New style such as Rose windows were introduced. This allows a lot more light into the architecture and also difference type of light, shape and colours.

Rose Windows