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Actually medieval designers did not use conservative design. Many cathedrals were not overbuilt. There was a push to make the walls and pillars thin, the ceili
by alejohausner 8y ago
Actually medieval designers did not use conservative design. Many cathedrals were not overbuilt. There was a push to make the walls and pillars thin, the ceilings tall, to create a sense of ethereal beauty. As a result, many buildings collapsed during construction, because they were pushing things too far.
- Luc 8y agoBut not most, I don't think.
- kevin_thibedeau 8y agoCathedrals were 100+ year endeavors and sufficient care was taken in design so that relatively few failed completely. Most buildings were not cathedrals and didn't benefit from such care.