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Architectural Design Philosophy: Blending Gothic and Art Deco Influences

Explore the fusion of Gothic vertical lines with Art Deco geometric shapes in a design philosophy, creating a unique architectural style. Incorporating influences from various cultures like Roman, Celtic, and Egyptian, the emphasis lies on height, geometric shapes, and machine-age elements. Purpose-driven spaces such as schools, offices, and post offices are reimagined with a touch of historical and modern design elements.

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Architectural Design Philosophy: Blending Gothic and Art Deco Influences

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  1. Roman Round Arch Domes Circular Floor Plan Concrete Columns

  2. Gothic • Pointed Arch • Emphasis on Height • Strong Vertical Lines • Heavy Ornamentation

  3. Art Nouveau • Organic Shapes • Celtic Influences • Japanese Influences • Flowery • Curvy • Ornate • 1890-1914

  4. Art Deco • Mathematical Design • Geometric Shapes • Influences from Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Aztec Mexico (Sun) • Aluminum and Steel • Machine Age • 1925-1939

  5. Minimalism • Emphasis on Horizontal Lines • Japanese Influences • Basic Elements of Lines and Planes • Less is More • Form and Function Meet • Open Plan for Living Space • 1960s to 1970s

  6. Your Assignment: • Divide into groups of 4-5 • Brainstorm and write a design philosophy • Design a floor plan on graph paper using architectural symbols • Make a WHITE 3-D cardboard model of the building • Present your project to the class

  7. What is a Design Philosophy? • Include Influences (Such as Japanese, Roman, Celtic, Gothic, Egyptian, etc.) • Include Emphasis (Such as Height, Horizontal Lines, Geometric Shapes, Curved Lines.) • Include Purpose (School, Office Building, Church, Skating Rink, Post Office, etc.)

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