Modernist Architecture

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Which architectural style is characterized by its emphasis on functionality and simplicity?

Sustainable Architecture

Functionalism (correct)

Art Nouveau

Postmodernism

Who is credited with inventing the term International Style?

Marcel Breuer

Philip Johnson (correct)

Eero Saarinen

Alvar Aalto

Which of the following architects is associated with the Art Nouveau style?

Antoni Gaudi (correct)

Eero Saarinen

Marcel Breuer

Alvar Aalto

What is the name of the design philosophy that focuses on the functionality and simplicity of a building?

Functionalism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following architects is associated with the Postmodernist style?

Philip Johnson Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural style is characterized by its emphasis on environmental sustainability and energy efficiency?

Sustainable Architecture Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Functionalism in architecture?

To design buildings that serve their purpose efficiently Signup and view all the answers

Which architect is credited with the development of the International Style?

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the architectural style that emerged as a reaction to the International Style?

Postmodernism Signup and view all the answers

Which architect is associated with the Art Nouveau style?

Otto Wagner Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Sustainable Architecture?

Environmental sustainability Signup and view all the answers

Which architect is known for his use of tensile architecture and organic free forms?

Frei Otto Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the father figure of Postmodernism?

Robert Venturi Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural style is characterized by its use of sinuous, organic lines and flowing curves?

Art Nouveau Signup and view all the answers

What is the key principle of Functionalism in architecture?

Form follows function Signup and view all the answers

Which architect is known for his use of pre-stressed concrete and designed the Parliament Building in Brasilia?

Oscar Niemeyer Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with the phrase 'the house is a machine to live in'?

Le Corbusier Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural style emerged as a reaction to the International Style and emphasizes historical references and ornamentation?