Greece

As we enter into the Golden Age of history (480-400 B.C.) our focus is turned to ancient Greece. This civilization is known for their temples dedicated to the gods, as well as several architectural pieces such as columns.
The most important surviving building of Greece is the Parthenon, which is an ancient temple dedicated to the goddess, Athena.

Ancient Greece is also known for the Classic Orders of Architecture. This being the column styles they used throughout their buildings. This system was composed of several parts, being: the base, shaft, capital, and entablature.

Although Greece has many influential structures that have made an impact on the modern day, their domestic homes were far less impressive. Being built of mud-brick with a stone foundations, these homes were plain and simple. Though they did consist of modern day techniques such as having separate rooms for various purposes. We also know that the Greeks used paint on walls and had furniture similar to our own.



Modern day inspirations:
-Modern use of Greek columns
 - A couch that is similar to a Greek bedstead