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What is a defining characteristic of modern architecture?
What is a defining characteristic of modern architecture?
- Heavy ornamentation
- Sleek, smooth lines (correct)
- Complex, intricate layouts
- Symmetrical designs
Which architect is known as the 'father of the skyscraper'?
Which architect is known as the 'father of the skyscraper'?
- William Morris
- Victor Horta
- Louis Sullivan (correct)
- Philip Webb
What movement is William Morris associated with?
What movement is William Morris associated with?
- Art Nouveau
- Arts and Crafts Movement (correct)
- Chicago School
- Modernism
Which of the following features is most commonly found in the Chicago School?
Which of the following features is most commonly found in the Chicago School?
What element is emphasized in Art Nouveau architecture?
What element is emphasized in Art Nouveau architecture?
The Red House is an example of which architectural movement?
The Red House is an example of which architectural movement?
Which feature is NOT commonly associated with modern homes?
Which feature is NOT commonly associated with modern homes?
What is a key aspect of the Chicago School's design approach?
What is a key aspect of the Chicago School's design approach?
What architectural movement focused on improving social conditions and rejected traditional styles?
What architectural movement focused on improving social conditions and rejected traditional styles?
Which architect coined the phrase 'Form Follows Function'?
Which architect coined the phrase 'Form Follows Function'?
What does the phrase 'Less is More' imply in the context of modern architecture?
What does the phrase 'Less is More' imply in the context of modern architecture?
Which architectural style is characterized by the use of large windows and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces?
Which architectural style is characterized by the use of large windows and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces?
Which architect is associated with the phrase 'Less is More'?
Which architect is associated with the phrase 'Less is More'?
What was the main emphasis of the Humanist approach to architecture?
What was the main emphasis of the Humanist approach to architecture?
Which architects are considered key figures in the Humanist approach?
Which architects are considered key figures in the Humanist approach?
What materials did the Internationalist approach emphasize?
What materials did the Internationalist approach emphasize?
Which exhibition introduced International Modernism in America?
Which exhibition introduced International Modernism in America?
What does the phrase 'form follows function' imply in architecture?
What does the phrase 'form follows function' imply in architecture?
What is a characteristic feature of Modernism in architecture?
What is a characteristic feature of Modernism in architecture?
Who were the pioneers of the Modern Movement in Britain?
Who were the pioneers of the Modern Movement in Britain?
Which modern material is specifically mentioned as part of modernist architecture?
Which modern material is specifically mentioned as part of modernist architecture?
What principle did Early Modern Architecture emphasize regarding design?
What principle did Early Modern Architecture emphasize regarding design?
How was Modernism described in terms of ornamentation?
How was Modernism described in terms of ornamentation?
Who coined the phrase 'less is more'?
Who coined the phrase 'less is more'?
Which major event helped catalyze the Modernist Movement in architecture?
Which major event helped catalyze the Modernist Movement in architecture?
Why is the exhibition by Philip Johnson considered foundational for Modern architecture?
Why is the exhibition by Philip Johnson considered foundational for Modern architecture?
In which regions did the Modernist Movement initially begin?
In which regions did the Modernist Movement initially begin?
What architectural feature is associated with the Wainwright Building?
What architectural feature is associated with the Wainwright Building?
What is a characteristic of interiors that reflect the 'less is more' philosophy?
What is a characteristic of interiors that reflect the 'less is more' philosophy?
What did the Industrial Revolution signify in terms of economic structure?
What did the Industrial Revolution signify in terms of economic structure?
Which material was NOT widely used as a result of the Industrial Revolution?
Which material was NOT widely used as a result of the Industrial Revolution?
Which of the following describes open plan interiors?
Which of the following describes open plan interiors?
What cultural goal was central to the Modernist Movement?
What cultural goal was central to the Modernist Movement?
What type of windows are specifically referenced in modernist materials?
What type of windows are specifically referenced in modernist materials?
What architectural aesthetic was favored during the Early Modern period?
What architectural aesthetic was favored during the Early Modern period?
Which principle suggests an asymmetrical composition in architecture?
Which principle suggests an asymmetrical composition in architecture?
Which period is considered transformative for architecture due to industrialization and urbanization?
Which period is considered transformative for architecture due to industrialization and urbanization?
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Study Notes
Early Modern Architecture
- The late 19th to mid-20th century saw the emergence of Early Modern Architecture, a style that reflected major global changes like industrialization, urbanization, and social-political shifts.
- This era embraced the idea that "ornamentation is a crime," favoring simplicity and functionality over ornamentation.
Modernist Movement
- The Modernist Movement stemmed from the development of democracy and the industrial revolution, which led to cultural changes that fostered social improvements and the rejection of traditional styles.
- The movement originated in Europe (Holland, Austria, Germany, France) and spread to the United States.
- The industrial revolution brought about widespread use of wrought iron, structural steel, and reinforced concrete, allowing for innovative designs with sleek lines and reflective surfaces.
Development of Modernism
- The Humanist approach, rooted in American culture, emphasized emotional responses and respect for natural sites, using natural materials like wood and stone. Key figures: Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright.
- The Internationalist approach, influenced by the Bauhaus School in Germany, aimed to fuse art, science, and industry, embracing minimalist designs with materials like steel & glass. Key figures: Walter Gropius and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
Modernism
- The most significant new style or philosophy of architecture and design of the 20th century.
- Characterized by an analytical approach to building function, rational material use, structural innovation, and the elimination of ornamentation.
- Also known as International Modernism or International Style, as defined by Philip Johnson in a 1932 exhibition showcasing simplified geometric forms and the absence of ornamentation.
Modernist Characteristics
- Emphasis on volume, asymmetrical compositions, and minimal ornamentation.
- Coined term "Form Follows Function" by Louis Sullivan, suggesting that the shape of a building should directly respond to its function.
- Coined term "Less is More" by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, emphasizing minimal or no ornamentation and a neutral palette.
- Modern materials: reinforced concrete, steel frames, curtain walls, ribbon windows.
- Light-filled, open plan interiors with a sense of spaciousness.
Wainwright Building
- Built by Louis Sullivan and Dankmar Adler, it's considered a prototype of modern office architecture.
- Credited for being the first successful utilization of steel frame construction.
Architectural Movements
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Arts and Crafts Movement (1862-1920): Emphasized traditional craftsmanship, natural materials, and a rejection of industrial design.
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Key figure: William Morris.
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Example: The Red House (1859), designed by Philip Webb and William Morris.
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Art Nouveau (1890-1910): Characterized by flowing lines, intricate natural motifs, and a harmonious integration of decorative arts with architecture.
- Key figure: Victor Horta.
- Example: Hôtel Tassel (Brussels, Belgium).
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Chicago School (1970s-1980s): Utilized steel-frame construction, large windows, flat roofs, and minimalist ornamentation.
- Key figure: Louis Sullivan.
- Known for its innovative designs like the skyscraper, responding to urban density and modern life.
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