Gothic architecture （I hope someone could help me to correct my essay） Gothic architecture is unique in its use of materials. The structures took on different styles across Europe. Regional influence played a major role in the design variations and preference for building material. While in France, limestone was used extensively, England witnessed extensive use of red sandstone and coarse limestone with Purbeck marble architectural features. Similarly, while in Northern Germany and the Baltic nations, the tradition was of using brick, in Italy, marble was the preferred material. This form of architecture also accommodated timber, which is seen to this day in the splendid hammer-beam ceilings and rafters. Whenever anyone looks at a cathedral, the first thought usually has to do with its beauty. Inside and out, they are known to be some of the grandest, most elaborate structures ever created. For cathedral architects, one of the first priorities was to create an aesthetic and visually pleasing product. In Gothic architecture, west facade is the focus, the typical composition is: on both sides of a pair of tall bell tower, the following cross-cutting coupons from the Gallery level of contact, three doors from the back layers of the composition of the sharp perspective coupons door, coupons face full of statues. In addition, Gothic architecture is characterized by tall minarets，pointed arches, large windows and stained glass painted with Bible stories. And the pointed arch, flying buttress and the long beam-column create a sense of flying. The majestic appearance，the vast space in the church and the long windows with stained glass produce a strong religious atmosphere..