Columns are frequently used to support beams or arches on which the upper parts of walls or ceilings rest.

Its belfry was enclosed by columns supporting pointed arches.

Polished granite columns support double arches at the entrances.

The church has a Latin cross plan with three aisles divided by pillars that support arches.

Pillars supported arches on all four sides of the opening in the roof of the square.

Pendentives springing from four thick piers support wide arches and the dome.

In the late 14th century this was enclosed and expanded to three naves of slim columns supporting high, round arches.

In Romanesque architecture, piers were often employed to support arches.

The choir is divided by six clustered columns supporting groined arches.

Throughout the city, the bones of dead sailors supported doorways and arches.