Modern architecture is the architectural style that dominated the Western world between the 1930s and the 1960s and was characterized by an analytical and functional approach to building design.

Some would say it's the fresh air, peace and quiet, and some the constant closeness to nature; nonetheless, we all agree there’s something unique about the countryside. As you step inside a farmhouse, ...

Besides providing external protection, natural ventilation, insulation and energy efficiency, the presence of façades enhances the building’s personality and character. Among the different types of ...

From reconnecting with nature to the practice of "emotional design," 2025 will bring some unique trends in architecture. The outlook for activity among architectural and design firms was positive in ...

Throughout much of the 20th century, a unique interdisciplinary conversation unfolded at Yale concerning the role of time and history in modern art and architecture. It was an ongoing discussion among ...

Building facades are no longer simple exterior walls. In modern architecture, the facade is a highly engineered system that controls light, heat, safety, and visual identity. It is the first element ...

Humans are psychologically wired to prefer curved, soft forms, which our brains associate with safety, calm, and nature. In contrast, sharp, angular (or rectilinear) designs can trigger a mild, ...

In a remarkable convergence of creative genius and technological advancement, some of the world’s most acclaimed works of architecture were built in a period of just 20 years. This period, from ...

The Aluminaire House drew crowds, and ridicule, in 1931. After several moves and a brush with demolition, it has found a home in Southern California. By Jori Finkel Reporting from Palm Springs, Calif.

This Mid-century modern house features Brazilian oak vaulted ceilings, a sunken living room and a backyard pool courtyard. Mid-century modern works best where the air is hot. It doesn't matter if the ...