Column style is a type of architecture that is used to support buildings and other structures. The two main types of column styles are Ionic and Doric. Ionic columns have a more slender and graceful appearance, with a base and capital that are decorated with scrolls and volutes. Doric columns are more plain and simple in design, with a base and capital that are plain and unadorned. Both styles are used in classical architecture and can be seen in many ancient structures.