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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?

    <p>Lack of humanity inherent in modern architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Postmodernism seek to reconnect architecture with?

    <p>Direct interaction with the user and the human element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Postmodernism a response to in architecture?

    <p>The standardization and abstract forms of modern architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the architectural response of Postmodernism?

    <p>Reinterpreted heritage and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Postmodernism seek to reconnect architecture with?

    <p>The past and heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Postmodernism replace balanced asymmetry with?

    <p>A return to classical symmetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key criticism of modern architecture by Postmodernists?

    <p>The standardization and abstract forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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