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Architecture 101: What is Modern Architecture?

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Modern architecture originated in the early twentieth century in Europe and later expanded worldwide, particularly in the United States, where many European architects emigrated. Modernism reacted against nineteenth-century historical architectural styles, such as Neoclassicism and Revivalism. Moscow, Russia. |

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Tropical Architecture Bureau blends "old-world charm with the modern" for Keralan home

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Located in the city of Kochi, TropiBox is informed by the architecture of tropical modernism – a style developed in the late 1940s as a blending of European modernism with the vernacular techniques of tropical regions. The photography is by Turtle Arts Photography.

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Caribbean Modernism: Tropical Design Evolves for the 21st Century

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In the Caribbean, architecture has long served as a reflection of its diverse cultures, vibrant landscapes and the enduring interplay between tradition and modernity. The following projects from across the Caribbean showcase how architects are offering a vision of modernism that is rooted in place.

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Cutting-Edge Craft: 8 Times CNC Technology Redefined Modern Wooden Architecture

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Nowadays, they use a mix of advanced techniques, from parametric modeling to robotic fabrication. Traditional carpentry techniques are revived without nails or adhesives, using CNC-milled plywood components assembled on-site with AR guidance. This approach increases construction efficiency while honoring heritage craftsmanship.

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Modular design revolution behind Crystal Palace construction revealed

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Joseph Paxton, the architect, employed a modular design using prefabricated iron and glass components, which were mass-produced in factories. This efficient, industrial approach reduced construction time significantly.

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La Crème de la Classe: 8 French Higher Education Institutions That Lead by Design

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Through expressive materials, precise techniques and forward-thinking methods, these spaces echo the same dedication to excellence found in their curricula. These louvers, oriented at varying angles, reduce solar heat gain and allow for expansive full-height glass windows, ensuring natural light fills the interiors.

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Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones

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From adaptive construction techniques to systems that dissipate seismic energy, these examples illustrate how innovation can thrive while enriching the built environment. Designed to meet modern seismic safety standards, the structure ensures durability and performance.

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