INTERNATIONAL STYLE

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3.3 INTERNATIONAL STYLE (1930-1970)
The International style is a major architectural style that emerged during 1920’s to 1930’s in Western Europe and United States of America. During this period, prior to World War II many European architects came to the United States, bringing their new ideas and philosophies regarding modern design with them (Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission 2014). The architects during the period were bored of using the same old practices and designs, so they wanted something different that will suite the present day scenario according to the needs of the society. This helped them to bring uniqueness and something different in this movement, giving rise to International Style as the construction materials and techniques used were different as compared to the previous movements.

It grew out of three phenomena. Firstly, dissatisfaction with the continued use of free forms and mix decorative elements used in the building from different architectural styles that bore little or no relation to the functions of the building. Secondly, to serve the rapidly in...

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