New Classicism

Architectural movement reviving classical Greek and Roman forms in modern contexts.

Overview

New Classicism, emerging in the late 20th century, uses stone and classical orders to create timeless, monumental designs.

Core Principles

• Emphasizes classicism and symmetry.
• Uses traditional materials and proportions.
• Promotes enduring aesthetic values.

Notable Examples

• Getty Center (Los Angeles, 1997, classical campus).
• Schermerhorn Symphony Center (Nashville, 2006, neoclassical hall).

Architectural Connections

• Postmodern: Classical revival.
• Cultural: Museums and civic buildings.
• North American: U.S. prominence.

Influence and Legacy

Influenced by Robert Adam, New Classicism shaped civic and institutional design.

Related Concepts & Architects

Quinlan Terry (related architect), Classicism (theory), Column (element), Neo-Eclecticism (movement)