Architectural Theory Quiz

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What was Postmodernism a response to in architecture?

Overemphasis on asymmetry and simplicity in modern architecture

Excessive focus on humanism and tradition in modern architecture

Disregard for functionality and structural sources in modern architecture

Lack of identity and standardization in modern architecture (correct)

What characterized the architectural response of Postmodernism?

Focus on mechanical and functional expression

Emphasis on historical reinterpretation and cultural metaphysics

Practices of typification, repetition, and modular restriction (correct)

Rejection of all historical influences and cultural heritage

What did Postmodernism replace balanced asymmetry with?

A return to classical symmetry (correct)

Complete asymmetry and lack of balance

Radical reinterpretation of asymmetry

Emphasis on asymmetry without balance

What was a key criticism of modern architecture by Postmodernists?

Lack of humanity inherent in modern architecture Signup and view all the answers

What did Postmodernism seek to reconnect architecture with?

Direct interaction with the user and the human element Signup and view all the answers

What was Postmodernism a response to in architecture?

The standardization and abstract forms of modern architecture Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the architectural response of Postmodernism?

Reinterpreted heritage and culture Signup and view all the answers

What did Postmodernism seek to reconnect architecture with?

The past and heritage Signup and view all the answers

What did Postmodernism replace balanced asymmetry with?

A return to classical symmetry Signup and view all the answers

What was a key criticism of modern architecture by Postmodernists?

The standardization and abstract forms Signup and view all the answers

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What was Postmodernism a response to in architecture?

What characterized the architectural response of Postmodernism?

What did Postmodernism replace balanced asymmetry with?

What was a key criticism of modern architecture by Postmodernists?

What did Postmodernism seek to reconnect architecture with?

What was Postmodernism a response to in architecture?

What characterized the architectural response of Postmodernism?

What did Postmodernism seek to reconnect architecture with?

What did Postmodernism replace balanced asymmetry with?

What was a key criticism of modern architecture by Postmodernists?

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