👉 Bracery is a type of architectural style that originated in China. It was characterized by its use of horizontal beams, which were typically connected to each other and to vertical supports or columns. This style often featured large, open spaces, with the most common feature being a central axis where the space was divided into smaller sections called "braceries." The term "bracery" is derived from the Chinese word "brak," meaning "open," which suggests that the interior of these structures
