MODERNISM, 1920 s -1960 s Modernism is an umbrella term and encompasses Futurism, Constructivism, De Stijl and Bauhaus. It is also known as International Style. After the First and SecondWorld wars, a culture of rationing and limited funds, architects looked for alternative solutions.
Contemporary buildings influenced by Modernism
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Modernist architecture led with a ‘less is more’ approach and explored alternative building materials such as steel concrete and large glass windows. Modern Art and Architecture rejected elaborate styles of the past and instead embracedminimalism. It sought to explore innovativemethods and techniques. Layouts weremuchmore free and open plan. The essence of Modern Architecture is seen inmany of our buildings.
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The Bauhaus (1919 - 1933) was an art school set up by architectWalter Gropius in Weimar 1919, and the theory behind it had a huge influence on art, design and architecture. The Bauhaus ideal aimed to combine the craft of art and architecture into something that was both functional and stylish andmore importantly link creativity to manufacturing again. Therewas emphasis on affordable self contained homes. Many renowned artists, architects and designers shared ideals and spent time at the school;
Paul Klee, Wassily Kandinsky, Le Corbusier to name a few. Political pressure forced the school to relocate toDessau in 1925, whereGropius designed newbuildings for the school. The iconic building expresses the essence of modern architecture; simplicity in design, cubic formand glass façades. Today Bauhaus has a huge following and the influence still remains.
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