At once antithetical and congruent, the old-world architecture and the contemporary distinction of this Greenwich residence render it a unique marvel in a town famed for its splendid homes. "This is ...
Renaissance style seating area with fireplacce - Rudolf Ernst/Getty Images Some of the most beautiful home styles are influenced by the architecture and interiors of the past. One of our favorite eras ...
As Europe emerged from the stagnation of the Middle Ages and the devastation wrought by the bubonic plague, there was a dramatic shift towards new intellectual, artistic, scientific, and economic ...
As a follow-up to my article on Leon Battista Alberti, I thought it would be interesting to explore the influence of other Renaissance architects on the built environment of St. Louis. Everyone has ...
In the world of interior architecture, where creativity and culture intersect, Tola Ojuolape stands as a designer whose work is a testament to personal narrative. From her early studies in art and ...
The dawn of the 20th century brought new optimism to America and St. Louis. The economy of the city and the nation was thriving. The recent 1900 census showed the population of St. Louis had risen to ...
The domed churches of Italy have long stood as an emblem of the Renaissance, inspiring many a pilgrimage for engineers, architects, and anyone who loves beautiful things. But for generations, the ...
This article was originally published on Common Edge as "Making a Case for the Renaissance of Traditional African Architecture." Last September, Nigerian Afrobeat musician Wizkid played to a sold-out ...