Bianca D'Alessio

  Other Modernism Modernism in America   Mid Century Modern ~ 1950-1960            Mid century modern interior design brought a fresh and relaxed way of living into the home. Instead of heavy decor, it focused on simplicity and open space. Rooms were designed with flat surfaces, angular details, and asymmetrical shapes that felt modern but still comfortable. One of the defining features was the use of large glass walls which filled the interiors with natural light and made it feel as if the outdoors were part of the home. Open floor plans and even bi level layouts helped create a natural flow between spaces, making homes feel bigger and more connected. This style became especially popular on the West Coast, where the climate made it easy to blend indoor living with outdoor surroundings.            The colors and furniture choices added warmth and personality to these spaces. Many interiors used earthy, ...

             Art Deco & Decorators  1920's            Art Deco grew out of a real clash of ideas about what design should be. On one side were the functionalists, who believed interiors should be simple, practical, and easy to produce for everyday people. They cared about clean lines, efficiency, and designs that could be made on a larger scale. On the other side were the decorators, who were much more focused on beauty, detail, and craftsmanship. They created rich, highly designed spaces for an elite audience, often using time intensive techniques and luxurious materials, without worrying much about accessibility or social impact. This push and pull between practicality and luxury gave Art Deco its unique energy, allowing it to feel both modern and expressive at the same time.           A major moment for the style came in 1925 at the World’s Fair in Paris, where interior d...

                                HEROIC MODERNISM 1900 ~ 1950            In the early twentieth century, a design movement known as heroic modernism began to take shape. Many artists and architects wanted to rethink how the world looked and functioned, especially after the destruction caused by World War I. The war made people feel like society needed a fresh start, and design became one way to imagine a better future. Around this time, the Bauhaus school was founded in Germany and became one of the most influential parts of the modernist movement. The Bauhaus focused on combining art, architecture, and craftsmanship, with the idea that design should be both functional and accessible. Modernism was also influenced by earlier styles like Art Nouveau and the Prairie Style in the United States. At the same time, major technological advances such as skyscrapers, a...