Eliana Johnson #14- Post Modernism

  • The Memphis Movement wanted to abolish the strict design mandates of Modernism
    • Focused on disproportionate scales



    • Andy Warhol was an American visual artist
      • focused on pop art, modern art, naive art, and contemporary art
  • Robert Venturi
    • Inspired Post Modernism with two of his influential books
    • "less is a bore"
    • Considered the nuisances of modern living


  • Michael Graves
    • Member of the New York Five
    • Had eccentric tastes with more decorative details and strong colors and forms
    • Strived to have accessibility in all designs due to his own handicap
    • also designed furniture and products
  • Richard Meier
    • Geometric designs
    • used the site to move the design
    • used white to enhance the lighting in each space



  • Deconstructivism
    • moved parts of house around to create a new whole
    • used to surprise people
  • Frank Gehry
    • Experimental


  • Office Environments
    • personal computers changed how office life worked and brought about flexible furniture


  • One Step further: 

The Dancing House in Prague, designed by Frank Gehry in collaboration with Czech architect Vlado Milunić, is an iconic modern building completed in 1996. Also known as "Fred and Ginger" after the famous dancing duo, the structure is renowned for its dynamic, curving form that contrasts sharply with the surrounding Baroque, Gothic, and Art Nouveau architecture. Located on the banks of the Vltava River, the building features a glass tower that leans and twists, symbolizing movement and fluidity.

The Dancing House is a prime example of deconstructivist architecture, a style characterized by fragmentation, non-linear design, and the intentional distortion of traditional architectural forms. Rather than following conventional symmetry and structure, the building appears as if in motion, with undulating lines and unexpected angles that challenge traditional architectural norms. This disjointed yet harmonious aesthetic is a hallmark of deconstructivism, aiming to evoke emotion and provoke thought through irregularity and complexity.







Comments

  1. Sami FordApril 24, 2025 at 8:29 AM

    Good job! It is so crazy to me how this type of architecture gets built in the most urban cities and also the middle of no where, so I am glad you highlighted both of those examples! The Dancing House in Prague is such a beautiful and intriguing example of deconstructionism, what a fun one step further!

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  2. Bethany Huizenga INT270April 24, 2025 at 10:36 AM

    Elie this is very Good! Good Job summarizing the Information in a clear and easy way to read. The photos you added really help us understand better!

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  3. Lena Fehrenbach April 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM

    The Dancing House is a playful, flowing building that shows how architecture can break the rules and still feel joyful.

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  4. Rebeca HerreraApril 24, 2025 at 10:08 PM

    I really liked your blog post and the images you used are so fun!

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  5. Professor VanderNoordaaApril 26, 2025 at 9:52 AM

    Eli,
    Great Blog Post! 50/50 points

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