The Italian renaissance was considered to be the "rebirth" (meaning renaissance) that began in Florence, Italy and continued to Rome and Venice during the 14th century leading up to the 16th century. This is also when the residential design becomes more popular and the interiors evolved from the Gothic and the Romanesque styles and consisted of frescos, tapestries, and fireplaces. Safety, strength, and protection was something that became less important to the people while comfort, convenience, and beauty became more of a concern. The Florence cathedral was inspired by the Pantheon and designed by Brunelleschi in 1420-1436, which he was the first acknowledged architect and known as the "Renaissance man". The Italian Renaissance Palace or known as the Palazzo was one of the greatest achievements during this time and resembled power and influence of prominent families, with the Medici family being one of them. The Palazzo had one central courtyard with residential living on the 2nd and 3rd floors and commercial space on the lower levels, similar to Roman domus. Four known Palazzos included: Palazzo Davanzati in Florence, Palazzo Farnese, Palazzo Medici- Riccardi, and Palazzo Ducale.
Palazzo Davanzati
Palazzo Farnese
The furniture during this time had inlays of ivory, lapis, marble, onyx and other stones and had gilding on the furniture. The Sedia chair was a straight box-like armchair with straight rectangular legs attached to floor stretchers and the seat was upholstered in velvet, tapestry or ornamented leather.
Lastly was the Florentine table that had wood or stone tops and edged with ornamental moldings. This came from the Roman modeling. This design was later used by the French Empire and English Regency.
Below is a video link that describes the art and architecture in Florence, Italy in a more detailed manner.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xSEamC-Qxo
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