CLASSICAL THEORIES

The historical evolution of architectural theory is assesable mainly from:

> It is published as "Ten Books on Architecture." by Marcus Vitruvius Pollio.

> It is divided into 10 books dealing with City Planning and architecture in general.

It is the English Translation of "De Architectura libri decem"

A Roman Architect, Engineer, and Author of the celebrated treatise

"De Architectura" (On Architecture), a handbook for Roman Architects.

He Has this Philosophy of (Vitruvian Triad) Firmitas, Venustas and Utilitas.

Vitruvius' Philosophy of Vitruvian Triad which has the meaning of durability or strength.

Vitruvius' Philosophy of Vitruvian Triad which has the meaning of pleasantness or beauty.

Vitruvius' Philosophy of Vitruvian Triad which has the meaning of practicality or utility.

> Ten Books on Architecture

> This is considered as one of the greatest works in Theory of Architecture.

> It discussed that "Architecture" was among the notable of art forms.

> Its focus was on the art of building, both in terms of single buildings and entire urban spces.

DE RE AEDIFICATORIA's Fundamentals:

> He was the prototype of the Renaissance " Universal Man"

He is known as the "Florentine Vitruvius"

He has this Notable Architectural Writings with the titles:

1. De Pictura

2. De Re Aedificatoria

Alberti's architectural writing that declares the importance of painting as a base for Architecture.

Leon Battista Alberti's Theoretical Masterpiece

It is known as "Complete Works of Architecture and Perspective.

This was the first architectural handbook that emphasized the practical rather than the theoretical aspects of architecture, and it was the first to catalog the five orders.

The last book of the treatise to be published in his lifetime, contained 50 fanciful designs for doorways.

An Italian Mannerist Architect, painter and theorist, who introduced the principles of ancient Roman Architecture into France.

His works are "COMPLETE WORKS OF ARCHITECTURE AND PERSPECTIVE" and "ESTRAORDINARIO LIBRO"

"REGOLA DELLE CINQUE ORDINI D'ARCHITETTURA"

The book tackles the five orders, Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian and Composite illustrated in full page elevational detail.

He was one of the Italy's Great Architects of 16th Century Mannerism.

His Two published books helped formulate the Canon of Classical Architectural Style.

His Influence in Renaissance Style spread throughout Europe.

Regola Delle Cincque Ordini D'architettura

Due Regole Della Prospettiva Pratica

He Favors one-point perspective rather than two-point methods such as the Bifocal Construction.

It is the most successful architectural treatise of the Renaissance and one of the most Influential books in the Architecture History.

The Book also contains Palladio's own designs celebrating the Purity and Simplicity of Classical Architecture.

Palladio's Book that is clear, concise prose is enhanced by extensive woodcut illustrations that include plans and elevations of the buildings discussed as well as cross-sections and images of details.

The Father of Modern Picture Books

His Treatise "Four Books of Architecture" made him one of the most influential Figures in Western Architecture.

It is based on Palladio's Writings and Works with the Intention to revive and recreate the Classical Architecture.