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2. What is Modern Architecture?
Modernism in architecture is characterized by its emphasis on form over
ornament; appreciation of materials and structure instead of idyllic
revival constructions; and the adroit, methodical use of space.
Refers to a large group of similar buildings
that emerged in many countries between
1920’s to 1950’s.
Europe – American style
International style :
Simplicity of form
Functionality
Clean Structure
Lack of ornamentation
Rejection of traditional styles
Started around the beginning of the 20th century based on the rational use of:
modern building materials and technology
the principles of functionalist planning
and the rejection of historical precedent and ornamentation.
It was basically made of simple form without any ornamentation.
All floor plans were functional and logical.
Modern architecture is based on idea, which is created by lines, basic shapes, & forms. simple,
plain, rectangular shapes, geometric forms & linear elements make the main characteristics of
the modern architecture.
This modern style became most evident in the design of Skyscrapers.

3. Characteristics:
Simplicity -form and style
Abstraction – created by clean lines, basic shapes and forms. Example: Weissenhof siedlung
Functionality – performing for intended use
Use of modern materials and systems like steel columns, exposed concrete block, stained
concrete floors, column-free spaces, and radiant heating systems
Innovative use of traditional materials like wood, brick, and stone in simplified ways that
showcase their natural features and are installed in large smooth planes
Emphasis on well-defined, rectangular forms.
Generous use of glass to allow natural light into open, flowing floor plans.
Bauhaus
Principle - 'less is more’
The International Style was suitable for all countries and
cultures, because it was for the 'modern man' at anyplace
he existed.
The International Style is comprised of key
characteristics, including simplicity of form, functionality,
clean structure, lack of ornamentation, and rejection of
traditional styles.

4. Materials used:
Iron and Glass
Ceramic hollow tiles and concrete blocks
Steel framing and reinforced concrete : as primary structural material for high rise buildings.
Iron bars for large span
Concrete reinforcement with steel bars
Architects:
Le Corbusier
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Walter Gropius
Frank Lloyd Wright
Louis Sullivan
C.R. Mackintosh
Edwin Lutyens
Antoni Gaudi
Wells Coates
Marcel Leborgne

5. Le Corbusier
Villa Savoye
Built in
1929
Location
Poissy, Paris, France
• Concept: “machine as a home”.
• so that the functions of everyday life
inside become critical to its design.
The movement of cars to enter the
interior of the house is the trigger for
the design of the building.
• Landscape designed is an
autonomous design that can be
copied anywhere with any design
throughout the country.
Architecture followed the style of
airplanes, cars and ships, with the
declared aim of achieving mass
production of housing.
• Pillars supporting the ground floor
also advanced this idea, and the
independence of the Villa from its
garden.
https://villasavoye.we
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building.html
_Pilotis
_Flat Roof Terrace
_Open Plan
_Ribbon Windows
_Free Façade

6. Materials
The materials used in the Villa Savoye is prosaic
materials; such materials were used during this time
in building houses for lower-class Parisians. Although
the house is designed for the affluent, plaster walls
and iron handrails are used.
The five points of a new architecture. Formulated by Le
Corbusier in 1927 as the fundamental principles of the Modern
movement, the five points advocate reinforced concrete for
constructing the pilotis, roof garden, open plan design, horizontal
windows and free design of the façade - all applied in the design
of the Villa Savoye.
The architect. Swiss-born, Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (1887-
1965), known as Le Corbusier, was part of the Parisian avant-
garde. He was a founding member of the International Congress
on Modern Architecture (or CIAM), launched in 1928.
An iconic building. This weekend retreat is the last in Le
Corbusier’s white villa cycle and perfectly encapsulates the
Modernist architectural vocabulary. Abandoned, it was restored
by the French state from 1963 to 1997. It was listed as a historic
monument in 1964 when Le Corbusier was still alive, an
extraordinarily rare occurrence.