Minimalism

Simplified design approach.

Overview

Minimalism, using simple materials, emphasizes clarity and function, 20th–21st century.

Core Characteristics

• Clean lines, open spaces.
• Functional, uncluttered designs.
• Modernist aesthetic.

Notable Examples

• Farnsworth House (USA, 1951).
• Villa Cavrois (France, 1932).

Architectural Connections

• Modern: 20th–21st century.
• Residential, Civic: Various typologies.
• Modernism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Promotes simplicity and clarity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Concrete Construction (technique), Functionalism (theory), Space (element), Modernism (movement)

Directory

Techniques Registry, Architecture Hub, History