Illustrated Architecture Dictionary
Illustrated Architecture Dictionary
Peristyle
PEAR i style
A row of columns (colonnade) around the outside of a building or around the inside of a courtyard
Evolution of the post-and-lintel system: The main body of the sanctuary in Greek temples was entirely surrounded by a single row of columns in the late 7th century BCE.
Found in classical Greek and Roman architecture and derivatives, including Beaux Arts Classicism, Classical Revival, Federal, Georgian Revival, Greek Revival, Neoclassicism, Renaissance Revival, Second Empire
Examples from Buffalo:
- Illustration above: Birge Memorial
- Drew Science Magnet
Other examples:
