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Architectural movements (London) - Coggle Diagram
Architectural movements (London)
Art Deco
History:
Art deco originated from France in the 1920's and is also known as style moderne. It is known for its simple and clean shapes that often exhibit a geometric or streamlined look.
Locations:
Carreras Cigarette Factory
Daily Express Building
Baroque
Locations:
V&A Museum
was constructed in 1857.
St Pauls Cathedral
as it is today was rebuilt in 1711.
History:
Ornate and elaborate design style that originated in Italy in the 17th century. It focuses on bringing visual arts, sculptures and paintings together.
A lot of the buildings seen today that are in this style the result of preservation and restoration of older buildings.
Post-Modernism
History:
Originated in the 1960's when the social problems with post-war housing became apparent. It was believed that the goals of modern architecture wouldn't be met so the movement began.
It's popularity in England was caused mainly by the economic stagnation in the 70's and early 80's as a way for under-employed artists to share their ideas.
Locations:
No1 Poultry was created by designer James Stirling and was erected in 1998 despite controversy on its design.
SIS building was built between 1989 and 1992 and was voted to be in the top 30 ugliest buildings in the world in 2011.
Gothic revival
History:
The gothic revival movement began in England in the late 18th century and continued throughout the 19th century. The movement hoped to continue the popularity of individual craftsmanship and move away from industrialisation.
It's largely related to the medieval english architecture and art seen before the movement began.
Locations:
Westminster Abbey
was reimagined in the gothic style we see today in the 13th century but has been continuously restored since.
St Pancras Station - Was opened in 1868 and remains one of the most impressive railway stations in the country.
