Building Architecture and Design Overview

Influences and Components

• Art Deco: 89%

  Features smooth lines, geometric shapes, and rich colors.

• International Style: 85%

  Characterized by minimalism and functionalism, with a focus on structural innovation.

• Expressionism: 83%

  Emphasizes dynamic forms and emotional content, often with organic shapes.

Architectural Styles Explained

Art Deco

• Time Period: 1920s to 1940s
• Characteristics: Luxurious materials, bold colors, and ornamental details.
• Examples:
  • Chrysler Building, New York City
  • Palace Art Deco, Miami Beach

International Style

• Time Period: 1920s to 1970s
• Characteristics: Flat roofs, openness, and absence of ornamentation.
• Examples:
  • Seagram Building, New York City
  • Villa Savoye, France

Expressionism

• Time Period: 1910s to 1930s
• Characteristics: Unique forms and intricate designs that evoke emotion.
• Examples:
  • Vitra Fire Station, Germany
  • Sydney Opera House, Australia