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1980s architecture is characterized by postmodernism, a style that emerged in response to the uniformity and lack of ornamentation of modern architecture. 1980s architecture often featured bright colors, asymmetrical shapes, and playful elements such as broken pediments, classical motifs, and historical references. Buildings from this era often sought to challenge the seriousness of modernism and incorporate humor and wit into their design. Some notable examples of 1980s architecture include the PPG Place in Pittsburgh, the AT&T Building in New York City, and the Lloyd’s Building in London.
The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), designed by B.V. Doshi, a Pritzker Prize-winning architect renowned for his contributions to Indian architecture, was completed in 1983. It is an educational…
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Nestled on a rocky cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the Palais Bulles, or “Palace of Bubbles,” defies architectural conventions. Constructed between 1979 and 1989, this iconic structure was the brainchild…
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An architectural beacon in the heart of London, the Lloyd’s of London building is more than a structure—it’s a living testament to the timeless vision of its creator, Richard Rogers….
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Born in Kentucky in 1918, Paul Rudolph was a pioneering figure in the modernist architectural movement. His innovative and boundary-pushing designs have left a lasting imprint on the field, with…
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Guided by the principles of ‘spirit’ and ‘silence,’ Louis Kahn’s visionary design of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, or National Parliament House, showcases a harmonious blend of form and function. Organized…
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Paul Rudolph’s Colonnade Condominiums in Singapore is a stunning example of the architect’s innovative approach to building design. Originally intended as a set of prefabricated units hoisted onto a structural…
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Completed in 1996 by Indian architect Charles Correa, the Vidhan Bhavan ( State Assembly), in the capital city of Bhopal, for the Government of Madhya Pradesh was commissioned in 1980…
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The SESC Pompéia Factory, designed by the renowned female Modernist architect Lina Bo Bardi, is a landmark example of adaptive reuse architecture. The building, originally a drum factory, was transformed…
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Completed in 1984, the House in Yokohama remains a standout example of the innovative and influential residential designs of Japanese architect Kazuo Shinohara (1925-2006). Shinohara was known for his blend…
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Completed in 1989 by Aurelio Galfetti, the restoration work on the Castelgrande began in 1980. The largest of the three castles in Bellinzona stands on basalt rocks and is supported…
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Completed in 1984 by renowned Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry, the Norton House is known for its eccentric form and eclectic materiality, much like Frank Gehry’s house in Santa Monica. It…
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In 1988 Oswald Mathias Ungers completed the Glashütte Villa at Eifel in western Germany. The house, inspired by Palladio’s Villa Rotonda, is a rectangular box with each facade symmetrical. The…
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In 1988, architect Hans Kollhoff presented his innovative proposal, “The Compact City of Atlanpole,” for the “Technopole” competition. Envisioned as an urban nexus housing research and educational facilities for high-tech…
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In 1990, Antoine Predock completed the Nelson Fine Arts Center on the ASU’s Tempe campus. The complex houses the ASU Art Museum, the Galvin Playhouse as well as dance classroom…
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