Architectural history

Architectural history is all about looking at buildings from different times in history and studying how they were built and what they looked like.

Think of it like a story book that tells the story of different buildings throughout history, except instead of focusing on the characters and events, it focuses on how they were built and what they looked like.

Just as you learn about different periods of history, like the Stone Age or Ancient Egypt, in architectural history we learn about different styles of buildings from different periods of time. Some styles you might recognize are Gothic, Renaissance, and Modern.

We can also learn about how technology and engineering have advanced over time and how that has influenced the way we build buildings. For example, centuries ago, buildings were made with heavy stones, but over time, we learned how to use lighter materials like steel and concrete.

Overall, architectural history helps us understand our past and how people have built and designed buildings over time. It's like a big puzzle that helps us piece together how the world around us has evolved.