Application of Geometry to Plans

A groundbreaking analysis reveals that geometric principles underpin the architectural designs of early medieval abbeys and cathedrals, including Speyer Cathedral. The study challenges long-standing skepticism about such methods by rigorously testing correlations between proposed geometric constructions and actual measurements from independent sources. While initial findings for Speyer Cathedral and Southwell Minster were omitted for brevity, Chartres Cathedral was prioritized due to its historical significance as a center of Christian Platonist teaching, which aligns with the study's focus on Platonic geometry. This research not only validates geometric analysis as a legitimate approach but also sheds light on the intellectual foundations influencing medieval architecture.

Hiscock, N. (2018). Application of Geometry to Plans. The Wise Master Builder, 207–252. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315197357-7