Texas state capital architecture?

Question

Texas state capital architecture?

Any info will help

What is the significance of the Italian renaissances theme chosen for the capital building and why is it appropriate?

also how is the structure of the building described and what fundamental architectural components are used, inside and out

Answer 1

E.E. Myers was the archetecture was paid $1,700 for the initial designs of the Texas Capitol

http://www.glasssteelandstone.com/US/TX/...

E.E. Myers' designs favored Victorian Gothic and Neo-Classical styles

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elijah_E._M...

The basement and foundation are of limestone, the rest in pink granite.  Additional structural support is provided by masonry walls and cast iron columns and beams.

http://www.austincityguide.com/content/t...