The exterior Tudor-style design of the Cathedral was inspired by the times in which our patron saint, Thomas More lived. This late-Gothic architecture incorporates decorative Renaissance elements into functional Gothic masonry. Its primary characteristics are wide arches, fan vaulting, slender columns (as evident in the East Gallery or Logia), and stained glass windows set to broad proportions. Tudor architecture made generous use of brickwork, together with cut and carved stone window tracery, all of which feature prominently in the renovated exterior. Together, brick and stone, mortar and glass unite to produce an edifice to bring souls to God, and to honor him in sacrament, word and deed.