Modernist Style
A style of art and architecture that uses simple shapes, new materials, and no extra decoration.
What is it?
Modernism started in the early 1900s. Artists and architects wanted to break away from old styles. They used clean lines, geometric shapes, and materials like steel, glass, and concrete. The Gateway Arch is a modernist monument: it has a simple, elegant curve and is made of shiny stainless steel. Other modernist buildings include the Seagram Building in New York and the Farnsworth House.
Why it matters
Modernist design is all around us today. It changed how buildings and objects look. The Gateway Arch shows how modernism can create a powerful symbol.
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