Section B - Deconstructivism Flashcards

1
Q

Context

A
  • 1990s

instability

economic recession

numerous wars and conflict

technological advances
media, internet

computer aided design
3D modeling, animation

addressed environment

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Visual style

A

architectural

buildings incomplete, distorted
emulates feelings of uncertainty

shock, provoke, challenge

rejects ‘form follows function’

lines and shapes organic +dynamic

everyday + unconvential materials

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Designer (my fav)

A

ZAHA HADID!!!

neo-futuristic, fragmented geometry

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

perfoming arts centre dubai

A

adaptable interior

appears fluid, sense of movement - flowing organic lines

Biomorphic - leaf shaped windows

computer aided tech - 3D rendering

environmentally sustainable - glass, natural light without heat from solar radition

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

term biomorphic

A

abstract forms or images that evoke naturally occurring forms such as plants, organisms, and body parts.
suggests shape of a living organism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Moon Couch

A

innovative curvilinear shapes

warp traditional shapes

adjusted to suit user’s needs

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly