HID Module 5

Industrial Revolution

A period of major industrialization that transformed economies and societies through the development of new technologies and manufacturing processes.

James Watts

Inventor of the steam engine, a pivotal invention that powered the Industrial Revolution by revolutionizing transportation and manufacturing.

Eclecticism

The practice of blending different architectural styles rather than adhering to a single one, leading to diverse and unique designs.

Victorian Period

The era corresponding to Queen Victoria's reign, known for its eclectic revival of historic styles and incorporation of Middle Eastern and Asian influences in architecture and design.

Gothic Revival

Architectural movement inspired by Gothic tales and praised by John Ruskin for intricate decoration, leading to a shift from Neoclassicism.

Beaux-Arts Style

Architectural style characterized by grand facades and ornamentation, exemplified by structures like the Grand Palais and Petit Palais.

The Shakers

A religious community known for their minimalist and functional design principles, emphasizing simplicity, utility, and honesty in furniture and interiors.

Art Nouveau

An artistic movement rejecting historicism and neoclassicism, featuring sinuous lines and floral motifs, influencing architecture and design across Europe and America.

Prairie School

Architectural movement embracing local materials and open-plan layouts, with Frank Lloyd Wright as a prominent figure advocating for craftsmanship and design quality.

Victorian Interior Design

Design style prevalent during Queen Victoria's reign, characterized by mass-produced furniture, bright colors, heavy drapery, and a mix of Classical, Rococo, and Gothic influences.

Palace of Westminster - Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin

Industrial Architecture

Crystal Palace (1851)

Eiffel Tower

Statue of Liberty

Eiffel Tower’s Engineers

Maurice Koechlin and Emile Nouguier

Napoleon 3 style aka Second Empire Baroque

Palais Garnier - Charles Garnier

• Paneled dadoes and walls

• Floors are marble or tile

• Rectangular with a shaped shelf and round arched opening

Beaux-Arts Style - Ecole des Beaux-Arts

Grand Palais - Henri Deglane

Petit Palais - Charles Girault

Grand Central Terminal - Reed and Stem