Cistercian architecture

/sˈɪstəʃˌiən ˈɑːkɪtˌɛktʃə/

/sˈɪstɚʃˌiən ˈɑːɹkɪtˌɛktʃɚ/

the architectural style associated with the Cistercian order of monks, known for its simplicity, austerity, and emphasis on functional design, with features such as unadorned walls, large windows, and open, light-filled spaces