... would use the new materials and still appeal to the people's taste. This kind of new architecture embodied the classic and simple shapes of geometry, and followed the idea that every item would serve a function. Thus there would be absolutely no decorations. Bauhaus buildings have flat ... be considered to be in the International Style primarily because of its lack of decoration and regularity in geometric shapes. As we can see from the picture below, it does hold true to the geometric shapes and simple cubic design. (McGraw-Hill Bldg, 1931) While skyscrapers were making its way to ... S...

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... year, not purposely, just by accident really. One can't ignore the power in his thoughts and actions. To the uninformed and me initially he is minimalist designer who uses simple geometric shapes to form buildings influenced by a mix of modern architecture and traditional Japanese architecture. A more emotional objective thought on him is his use of materials he uses which include light, stillness ... ...

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... eye. The technical expertise and artistry possessed by many an architect inspired me to spend hours in my private construction paper studio. I designed, drafted and constructed three dimensional buildings and geometric shapes- including a dodecahedron. In high school, the encouragements of teachers lead me to explore the possibility of getting a degree in architecture. It is true, I did/do enjoy the process of creating ... ...

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