GOOGIE ARCHITECTURE Googie architecture, which originated in Los Angeles in the late 1940s, is a type of modern architecture which is influenced by sci-fi and the space age. It was named after the famous coffee shop in Los Angeles, Googies, and produced by John Lautner. The style was known for being ultra-modern and aesthetical at the time, featuring sloping roofs, curved and geometric shapes, exaggeration and glass, steel and neon, after being inspired by space objects such as flying saucers and stars, putting a huge emphasis on stylish futuristic designs in America. This theme was often used when designing motels, diners, gas stations, bowling alleys, and coffee shops. A popular googie design style was roofs which slope at an upward angle, This can mainly be seen in the style of McDonald’s restaurants. The style in 1953 with the bright colours, large arches, and sloped roof was very much in the style of Googie, however in the late 1960’s, a mansard roof and walls made from bricks gave McDonald’s a new, ¬¬¬traditional style, which appealed to many at the time, which allowed the style of Googie to become less appealing. There were a few other examples of architecture in the style of Googie that still exist to this day, such as the Theme Building at LAX and the Space Needle [figure ] which was built in 1962. The style also travelled to the United Kingdom, but the buildings weren’t as extravagant and exaggerated as Googie Buildings. However the Festival of Britain in 1951 had very much Googie style buildings, showing that Googie architecture was not just popular in the United States. The Atomium [figure ], which was built in 1958 in Brussels is another building which remains that was designed in the style of Googie. It is designed to give the image of a nucleus which is being orbited by electrons, a popular Googie
Gehry draws his inspiration from famous paintings such as the Madonna and Child which he qualifies as a “strategy for architecture” (Friedman M. , 2003, p. 42) and which he used as an inspiration for a project in Mexico . Through his interpretation of the paintings and artwork, Gehry looked for a new kind of architecture. His search for a new type of architecture culminated in 1978 with his own house in Santa Monica. What was once a traditional Californian house would be redesigned to become one of the most important and revolutionary designs of the 20th century, giving Gehry international prestige and fame. Frank Gehry’s “Own House” uses a mixture of corrugated metal, plywood, chain link and asphalt to construct a new envelope for an existing typical Californian house. This house has been inspired by Joseph Cornell, Ed Moses and Bob Rauschenberg. Gehry comments on his house by saying that there was something “magical” (Friedman M. , 2003, p. 54) about it. He admits having “followed the end of his [my] nose” (Friedman M. , 2003, p. 54) when it came to constructing the “new” house, which led Arthur Drexler, former Director...
In this essay I will discuss what I’ve learned about Australian architecture, a brief history, and most of all, a major influence to the Australian style, Harry Seidler. Australia is a country that has only been around almost 100 years, a short time compared to other countries like America that has been around for almost 200 years. With Australia being a young country, it’s easy to see that it is still discovering the Australian style. In 1890 the architect James Izett and Howard Joseland raised the question, ‘What, in the first place, must guide us in the development of an Australian type (Johnson 1980, p. 2)?’ Both seemed to believe that climate was the answer. Another man named James Green thought that public and urban buildings should be seen as one style and domestic architecture as another. A popular view was that the old, ‘conservative’ Bri...
Abstract: This essay is focused on how the Chicago fire and the ideas of Louis Sullivan were critical in the development of a new form of architecture in the United States and the societal and social influences that brought it all together.
...heir work acknowledged when Terence Conran’s Habitat opened in 1964, resulting in the world of design becoming an increasingly inclusive place, no longer ruled over by a select committee of self worshipping forces. The culling of past British styles signified the return of faith in British design, which had been lost amidst the previous decade’s infatuation with Modernism. This symbolised the sealing of the wounds of World War II and its oppressive aftermath, whilst the sometimes seemingly irrelevant twists applied to these past styles, which gave 60s design that unique futuristic feel, encompassed the optimistic flare that dominated the decade. But with the realities of the Vietnam War and the home hitting, drug fuelled deaths of 60s musical icons Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison penetrating the feel good bubble, could this exuberance continue to thrive into the 70s?
Art Deco was heavily influenced by mass travel and the ‘mysticism' it represented. As travel wasn't as widespread and easily accessible as it is today, the fantasy of far of lands with exotic people, cultures and fashion became almost an obsession, and motifs which represented far off reaches of the globe like the sunburst from ‘the land of the rising sun' Japan, zigzag and chevron patterns from the Aztecs, Triangles and hieroglyphics from Egypt, as well as tribal patterns from Africa, as a few examples.
...ire--a man creates a home for Americans that can stand the test of international comparison. When his work was published in a sumptuous monograph in Berlin, Germany, in 1910, it was the design of the Robie House that caught everyone's eye. European builders had been enmeshed in their dependence on historical forms. Wright and the Robie House of 1908 showed them the way to the fundamental patterns of modern architectural expression. So much so, in fact, that even the extremes of cubistic modern architecture, the "cigar-box covered with cold-cream" style may be traced back to the influence of Wright's Robie House." While this quote is specifically speaking of the home itself you cannot ignore that the interior pieces that were created for the home, especially this dining room set reflects the same sense of unique, eye catching, new style of modern functionality.
The International style is a major architectural style that emerged during 1920’s to 1930’s in Western Europe and United States of America. During this period, prior to World War II many European architects came to the United States, bringing their new ideas and philosophies regarding modern design with them (Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission 2014). The architects during the period were bored of using the same old practices and designs, so they wanted something different that will suite the present day scenario according to the needs of the society. This helped them to bring uniqueness and something different in this movement, giving rise to International Style as the construction materials and techniques used were different as compared to the previous movements.
In 1834, when a fire nearly completely demolished the old Palace of Westminster, Britain had a chance to redefine what British architecture was (Richardson p. 111-112). Although throughout Europe Classicism and the Greek and Roman Revival had had a stronghold on secular buildings, by the early 1800 Neo-Gothic was starting to be seen as a nationalistic style of architecture, something that should, together with language, be national (Barry, p.114). While in France the Gothic Revival was mainly used for secular buildings, in Britain it was mainly used for ecclesiastical buildings (Barry, p. 110). It was into this world that August Welby Nothmore Pugin (1812-52) was born.
Attention: Have people ever realize when did the ideas of placing a window on the wall or to have tall buildings came from? Thanks to architecture, mankind has been able to play with these ideas. Using this source as a study of new ways of construction, we have been able to innovate and appreciate new technology, which is and has been used through time. Some types of architecture have been outstanding. One of them and the most important is Gothic style architecture.
The Gothic style evolved from that of Romanesque, building on concepts and ideas that led to the creation of larger and grander structures. Today, mankind looks in awe at the structures that were built hundreds of years ago without the assistance of modern technology and equipment. These architectural styles are indisputably different, but equally profound. They made use of differing techniques to become tangible structures that can still be seen
Pastier, John. “Frank O. Gehry House, Santa Monica, California; architect & Owner: Frank O. Gehry” AIA Journal, vol.69, no.6 (Mid-May 1980): 169.
This McDonalds has some similarities and some differences compared to the McDonalds located in Washington Heights. You can see everything inside the McDonalds because the windows are completely see through except for some of the posters covering parts of the window. The posters on the windows are promoting the McDonalds value menu and the other one say you can win a new Xbox one. There is another poster promoting their white chocolate mocha. The McDonalds is located on a street corner and does not have an awning that extends into the street. The awning does not hold the traditional colors. The awning or storefront consists of the colors brown, black, and white. The McDonalds name is written completely in white, while it lays on a background of brown and black stripes. The brown stripes are protruding while the black stripes are lying in the background. Under this sign is another sign that sticks out in front of the main entrance. This sign is very small but has the McDonalds logo, but uses the colors red, yellow, and brown.
Unlike other cities in the world, what differentiates Los Angeles from other cities across the world is its architectural novelty. Lacking ancient ruins or cathedrals, Los Angeles instead hosts a variety of different styles to reflect the city’s character or the waves of immigrants who helped shape the city’s history: Getty’s contributions to the city both comply and disobeys Los Angeles’ architectural standard. As demonstrated by
Although we will be looking into only a few, it will be easy to see why people find architecture so interesting. For instance the Art Nouveau style, which became very popular across Europe and in the United States, is an elegant decorative art style, and is characterized by its intricately detailed patters of curving lines. An excellent example of this type of art is the John Hudson Thomas W.L. Locke House 1911, in Oakland, CA (Partridge). Art Nouveau is an international style of decoration and architecture. This style spread rapidly. It grew as a reaction to the other excessive academic art revivals that were taking place at the time. At the time artists set out to create a new kind of art. They wanted to have something that would be a total and complete decorative style that combined all arts (including, painting, graphics, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture) into an expressive package.
The first sign of a new architectural era was seen in Britain. With the production of new materials, Sir Joseph Paxton was able to design the Crystal Palace (1850-1851, 1852-1854) which boasted an intricate lattice frame work of prefabricated iron and glass panels set into wooden frames. The Crystal Palace served as a greenhouse with an impressive square footage of 770,000, the largest structure within its time. This structure was a monumental one and exhibits Britain’s advancement in the development of superior steel.