What type of architecture is this called?

Question

For the web application (ASP.NET MVC) I\'m currently developing, we have the following architecture in place:

• Data Access Layer: Logic for persisting

Answer 1

From a high level, I'd describe it as layered architecture. Describing it as domain-driven design would also look at smaller patterns like aggregate, repository, bounded contexts, etc. I can't tell just from your description.

If the domain layer resides in an assembly/package that doesn't reference any of the others, then it has the core of the Onion Architecture principles, which are:

• The application is built around an independent object model
• Inner layers define interfaces. Outer layers implement interfaces
• Direction of coupling is toward the center
• All application core code can be compiled and run separate from infrastructure

A concrete thing to look for is if your DataAccess references Domain.