Medieval Style and Art in France


Top Ten French Gothic Cathedrals
The Gothic style originated in France; the Ile de France and Picardy are dotted with fine cathedrals.These ten cathedrals represent the heights of the Gothic style. But warning; if you get addicted, you’re going to want to search out the others too – Sens and Senlis, Soissons, Noyon, Mantes… you might [...]

City of Lights Has to Offer

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Planning for a trip, or just dreaming of going to Paris? There are a few things that must be done, and sights that must be seen. Here is an itinerary for the city of lights.
Architecture in Paris
The main architectural sites, can, for the most part be done in a day. The Eiffel Tower, the Notre [...]

franklin azzi architecture: passive house, normandy france


franklin azzi architecture designed ‘passive house’, through renovating a former
hunting house in normandy, france. the extension consists of wood, canvas covers
a camouflage of the cuban army. above is a wooden terrace overlooking the valley.
slabs of the house to the left and right include a heated floor and external industrial
sockets. in front of the house is [...]

FRANCE, ARCHITECTURE.

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French architecture of the early modern period is characterized by three main tendencies: the survival of Gothic technology and form, the influence of Italian and ancient models of classicism, and the effort to form a strong French architectural language. Political and social overtones varied in the Renaissance, with ancient and Italian classical influences gradually merging [...]

France and All about

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France’s third largest city has inspired gastronomic fame, diverse architecture, and museums that highlight its historical significance.
Situated in the southeastern Rhône-Alpes province at the meeting of the Saône and Rhône rivers, Lyon preserves its history through traditional bouchon cuisine, varying styles of architecture, and museums. Viewed by many as the Gateway to Provence and the [...]