The ancient Romans borrowed from Greek and Etruscan architecture, improving construction techniques like arches and vaults. They used various building materials and tools to construct monumental structures like the Colosseum and public baths. Roman architectural styles included columns, arches, domes, and elaborate wall construction methods. Major buildings showcased these styles, some of which are still standing today.

1. By: Taylor AndressAncient Roman Architecture

2. The ancient Roman style is said to be a reproductive form of the Greek and Etruscan architecture. Together they are considered to be a body of classical architecture.Although the Romans have borrowed much of the Greek style, they have used their own knowledge in construction to improve the arch and vault for the architectural community.The Roman Style

3. Some of the many achievements the Romans used in the nature of their architecture are the arch, dome, vault, column, and aqueduct.These accomplishments were large steps that added to the understanding of architecture today.By reaching these feats the Romans were able to create many impressive building and structures. The Roman Style

4. The Romans used many materials to create everything from masonry pastes to walls and flooring.These are a few of the materials used:Chalk SandPozzolanic concreteBroken potteryPumice stoneLimeSandstoneMarbleGraniteBuilding materials and toolsWood

5. Terracotta

6. Ceramics

7. Tin

8. IronSimilarly to today, the Romans used many different tools to survey the land and construct buildings.These are a few of the tools that were use:DioptraLeveling staffGromaAxesAdzeLathesSaws Planes FliesCalipersBuilding materials and toolsSaw blades

9. Folding rule

10. Chisels

11. Gouges

12. Hammer

13. Square

14. trepanThe Romans built there foundations out of compact subsoil and sometimes even rock.The foundations of Roman buildings were often 2 to 3m thick.Often when the ground was damp floor boards would be placed on short pillars allowing the ground beneath to dry out.In important public buildings small clay pipes and vent were placed in the walls to form a sort of chimney.Foundations

15. In ancient Rome floors were normally constructed out of wooden structures and boards.The floor boards were laid over cross beams that rested on supports from the surrounding walls.For extra comfort wooden floors were often covered in straw and then covered over in mortar. When this is done the floors can even be tiled.Roofs were made out of wooden trusses supported by the walls and covered in tiles.Floors and roofs