Modernism

Modernism is a cultural movement that spans from the late 19th to the mid-20th century and has been influential in many fields such as art, literature, architecture and design. This movement encouraged the rejection of traditional forms and norms and the adoption of innovative and experimental approaches.

Key Features:

Functionalism: The functionality of designs is prioritized.
Simplicity: Unnecessary ornaments are avoided; simple and clean lines are preferred.
New Materials: The use of modern materials such as steel, concrete and glass is common.
Abstraction: Abstract forms and structures are created by moving away from concrete reality.
Urban Innovation: New approaches and uses of space are developed in urban planning.

Important Representatives:

Le Corbusier
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Walter Gropius
Frank Lloyd Wright

Modernism led to radical changes in architecture and design, profoundly affecting aesthetic understandings and social structures.