Postmodern

Late 20th-century eclectic architecture.

Overview

Postmodern architecture (1960s–1990s) used glass and cladding, blending historical and modern elements with playful forms.

Core Characteristics

• Eclectic and ironic.
• Historical references with modern materials.
• Colorful and expressive.

Notable Examples

• Portland Building (USA, 1982, colorful facade).
• Piazza d’Italia (USA, 1978, eclectic plaza).

Architectural Connections

• Civic and Commercial: Broad use.
• Global: Widespread adoption.
• Postmodernism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Postmodern architecture, led by Robert Venturi, challenged modernism.

Related Concepts & Architects

Michael Graves (related architect), Eclecticism (theory), Facade (element), Deconstructivism (movement)