Ecclesiastical Architecture is the branch of architecture concerned with the design and construction of buildings for religious worship, including churches, chapels, cathedrals and monasteries. Spanning Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Victorian Gothic Revival styles, ecclesiastical architecture is characterised by features such as vaulted ceilings, stained glass, carved stonework and ornate timber furnishings. It remains one of the richest sources of architectural inspiration and antique craftsmanship. *Related Terms*\ Cathedral, Church Furniture, Ecclesiastical Antiques, Gothic Revival, Religious Architecture.