Modern Architecture

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A set of building styles with similar characteristics, primarily the simplification of form and the elimination of ornament.

Modern architecture is art with similar characteristics, primarily the simplification of form and creation of ornament from the structure and theme of the building. The first variants were conceived early in the 20th century. Modern architecture was … see full wiki

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review by Sharrie. September 12, 2009

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Big is Beautiful!

In recent years, we've seen an explosion of modern architecture built in Asia, especially China and India. I for one love anything that's new and sleek. Glass, steel, ultra modern and space-like designs are my cup of tea. Hence, I've been traveling around looking for all the majestic and tall buildings, especially in big cities like Tokyo, Shanghai and Beijing. And do I find the top grade and best architects' works around! Money certainly does wonder in such situation. You get what … more

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review by drifter51. November 12, 2009

What some view as a masterpiece others see as an eyesore.

I don't know about you but I for one find most modern architecture to be quite hideous. I know that taste in architecture is an extremely subjective thing but not only do I dislike most of these structures I find that some of them actually make me sick to my stomach! Knowing absolutely nothing about this profession I am probably a bit naive but shouldn't the goal of an architect be to create a structure that is not only optimally … more

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