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  Week 14- Post Modernism/ Deconstruction Chapter 24 Historical Background 1973 : Oil Embargo — Arab oil-rich nations cut supply to the West due to Western support for Israel. 1975 : Global recession — widespread loss of hope and optimism. 1980s : Economic improvement leads to consumer culture — focus on self-interest (“grab all I can for myself”). Rise of Postmodernism — influences architecture, design, fashion, and philosophy. Postmodernism : Modernism seen as stagnant. Revivalist movements pull inspiration from the past. Revolt against Modernism’s strict rationality. Recycling gains popularity for environmental and DIY reasons. Key inventions: fax machines, camcorders, Apple computer, MTV.   Memphis Movement Eclectic group of designers rejecting Modernism’s strict design rules. Founders include: Ettore Sottsass, Michele de Lucchi, M...

  Week 12- Modernism in America (part two) Chapter 23,34 Mid-Century Modernism (1950–1960) Architecture Flat roofs, angular details, and asymmetrical profiles Expansive glass walls, clean lines, and wide open floor plans First to incorporate bi-level structures Integrated indoor and outdoor living spaces Extremely popular on the West Coast Color Schemes Warm, earthy tones inspired by nature: Olive green, burnt umber, pumpkin, mustard yellow Trendy mid-century colors: Pink, gray, turquoise, black, yellow Furnishings & Materials Use of innovative materials: Plastics, resin, metal composites, laminates, fiberglass Emphasis on creativity and experimentation Key Furniture Designers Eero Saarinen Charles and Ray Eames George Nelson Isamu Noguchi Manufacturers Knoll Herman Miller Joseph Eichler (1900–1974) California ...