Sikh architecture, is a world-renowned style of architecture that is characterized with values of progressiveness, exquisite intricacy, austere beauty and logical flowing lines. Due to its progressive style it is constantly evolving into many newly developing branches with new contemporary styles. Although Sikh architecture was initially developed within Sikhism its style is used in many non-religious building due its beauty. Sikh architecture 300 years ago was distinguished for its many curves and straight lines, Shri Keshgarh Sahib is a prime example. Look up style in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... This article does not cite its references or sources. ... For Modernism in an American context, see American modernism. ... Sikhism (IPA: or ; Punjabi: , , IPA: ) is a religion that began in sixteenth century Northern India with the teachings of Nanak and nine successive human gurus. ... One of the Five Takhats or Seat of Authority of the Sikhs. ...