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People like to feel important by living or working in a cool looking place. This is where Modern Architecture plays its part because it caters to a variety of styles and designs, and has something for everyone. Even if an individual would prefer a rustic and country look, it can always be incorporated since there are modern designs similar that would appeal to them.
A style of a building gives it an identity, gives it character and becomes an icon and a landmark; Modern Architecture gives a building just that! The basic fundamentals of this form of architecture is to keep it clean and simple by keeping and emphasizing the actual structure of the building and its materials. This is the main reason why most structures and buildings designed this way predominantly feature elements of wood, steel and glass.
The definition of Modern Architecture in the “design world” can be mistaken by assuming that there is Contemporary designs included; this is both true and false because Contemporary designs mean this moment, the “now”. Whereas Modern refers to the developments in technology and engineering from the 20 th century onwards.
After World War I had come to an end, most western countries adapted to this architectural style; as mentioned before the basic rational was to use modern material, the principles of functionalist planning, and the rejection of historical precedent.
Modern designs happen to carry an “anything but boring” look. Leaving its flat roofs and boxy styles aside, the
structure or building always stands out and is unique. There are many buildings created by iconic architects around the world that would support this statement; Falling water, the Usonian Houses and the Broadacre City by Frank Lincoln Wright, City of Wine Complex in the Northern part of Spain by Frank Grehry, Le Grand Louvre in Paris by I. M Pei, The Crystal Cathedral by Philip Johnson and many more.
Between the years 2000-2010 Sri Lanka experienced the presence of post modernism
where creating monumental structures was incorporated in architecture. Designed by Kahawita De Silva and Associates, The Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapakse Theatre in Colombo is the perfect example. Also currently under construction is the Colombo Lotus Tower which will also soon be an iconic building in the Commercial Capital.
Apart from keeping it simple and clean, and focussing on materials, in conclusion Modern Architecture is very tasteful if done right. When the designing takes place, the following should be adhered to;
– Get inspired by functions; land, water, rocks…etc.
– Leave nothing to hide
– Love all things that are linear
– Have bold roof lines
– Use windows as a design element
– Have creative floor plans
– Post and beam architecture
– Revamped outdoor space
Giving destinations its identity through buildings and structures – Modern Architecture
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