San Cataldo Cemetery by Aldo Rossi
The San Cataldo Metropolitan Cemetery, designed by Aldo Rossi, integrates a design built by the architect Cesare Costa between 1858 and 1876 with a very modern building designed by the…
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The architecture of the 1970s was characterized by a return to a more functional, stripped-down aesthetic, following the excesses of the previous decade’s Googie and Pop styles. The focus shifted to simplicity, minimalism, and a more human-centered approach. There was a trend towards designs that integrated technology and sustainability into the built environment, leading to the development of innovative building materials, such as steel and glass, and construction methods. Some of the notable architects and buildings from this era include Louis Kahn, Richard Rogers, and the Pompidou Centre in Paris.
The San Cataldo Metropolitan Cemetery, designed by Aldo Rossi, integrates a design built by the architect Cesare Costa between 1858 and 1876 with a very modern building designed by the…
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Continue readingFrank Gehry, the renowned architect, built his first Santa Monica House in 1978 after thoroughly evaluating a gambrel-roofed Dutch Colonial bungalow. Prior to acquiring the property, Gehry made a comprehensive…
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Continue readingThe design of John Lautner’s Arango Marbrisa House was commissioned in 1970 by Jeronimo Arango as a weekend home for his family. Lautner created a 25,000-square-foot house that blends seamlessly…
Continue readingToyo Ito, the acclaimed Japanese architect, created the stunning White U House in 1976 as a tribute to his late brother-in-law, with the intention of providing a serene and tranquil…
Continue readingCompleted in 1974, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, better known as IIM Ahmedabad or simply IIMA, is a management institute located in Ahmedabad, India. The old campus was designed…
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