Byzantine

The Byzantine era took place from 330-1453 C.E. and was a culture influenced by the Greeks and Orient. One of the huge influences they made on modern day architecture was the creation of the pendentives. This structure was used to make a dome on top of a square building.


They were also known for having multiple domes on a structure, central planning (much like the early Christians), round arches. Most of their design was made with the use of bricks, alternating colored stones, and mosaics.

The Byzantine made a massive impact on many of the exteriors and interiors that we use today. They may not have created a ton of new things, but the things they did create have stuck around for generations.

Modern Inspirations:
-Alternating colored stone floors
-Modern pendemtive dome