ARC 336 - Theories of Architecture for Construction I Fall 2023 - Deconstructivism
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What is the main characteristic of Deconstructivism in architecture?

  • Unpredictability and controlled chaos (correct)
  • Symmetry and harmony
  • Traditional and conventional design
  • Predictability and order

How does Deconstructivism differ from traditional construction methods?

  • It relies on symmetrical and harmonious design elements
  • It involves disassembling components and reassembling in a new and unconventional way (correct)
  • It follows predictable and traditional design principles
  • It adheres strictly to historical architectural styles

Which art movements are referenced in deconstructivism?

  • Realism and Naturalism
  • Renaissance and Baroque
  • Impressionism and Romanticism
  • Expressionism, cubism, minimalism, and contemporary art (correct)

What is the aim of deconstructivist architects when reaching design solutions?

<p>To create relatively alternative design solutions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does deconstruction involve in the context of architecture?

<p>Disassembling components and reassembling in a new and unconventional way (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the finished visual appearance of buildings under deconstructivism?

<p>Controlled chaos and unpredictability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What movement influenced some architects with its ideas shortly after WWII?

<p>Russian Constructivist movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who defined the principles of the Deconstruction Movement in art and literature?

<p>Jacques Derrida (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which architect was influenced by the formal experimentation and geometric imbalances of Russian constructivism?

<p>Zaha Hadid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Bernard Tschumi invite Jacques Derrida to participate in a discussion about?

<p>Deconstructivism in architecture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Peter Eisenman point out as deconstruction on the basis of the ideas he gained from Jacques Derrida’s philosophy and influence on architecture?

<p>Architecture is the venue of the metaphysics of the presence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way Deconstructivism is described?

<p>Antiform (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of relationship between experience and understanding does Peter Eisenman discuss?

<p>Experience does not lead to understanding in architecture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which artist influenced the graphic sense of geometric forms of deconstructivist architects such as Zaha Hadid and Coop Himmelb(l)au?

<p>Russian Artists (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Deconstructivism and Constructivism both focus on as the primary artistic content expressed in graphics, sculpture, and architecture?

<p>Geometric forms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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